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A member asked:
I am an iv drug user. injection site in crook of arm. noticed a long dark indent running the opposite way kind of along the muscle in the forearm. gettin worse. ?
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IV drug user: You MAY have an infection and have a drug problem. Please go to your emergency room ASAP. Then follow up w/in-patient treatment to protect and free yourself. You and those in your life will be glad you did. You can do it. Peace and good health.
Answered 3/17/2018
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Sclerosed vein: The substance that is used by IV drug users is very toxic to the veins. They scar down and become unusable. The process continues and progresses. Seek help
Answered 3/17/2018
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Need to be seen NOW: Possibilities include clotting of veins in the forearm, likely with inflammation (phlebitis). Clots in the vein can travel to the lung and be life threatening. Ultrasound can see these clots before they break off and should be done in an ER. Go NOW. Typical infection suggests redness and swelling, but infection is not needed to be serious as noted above. You will very likely be OK but don't ignore
Answered 3/17/2018
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