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I have a painful swollen bump in a vein on the palm of my hand and its turning color like a bruise?
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Possible phlebitis: as above; need a picture to know for sure. apply heat for 10 minutes at a time and take Motrin as directed. if it worsens see a doctor
Answered 10/12/2018
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