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My vein is a little sore after an iv infusion i had yesterday. would taking ibuprofen help?
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Warm compress: Try a warm compress, gentle massage, but check with your doctor if pain is increasing.
Answered 4/7/2013
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Warm compresses: Apply warm compresses to the site of infusion, some of the IV contents might have gone subcutaneously. You may also take Ibuprofen gor pain.
Answered 6/25/2014
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