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Recent procedures and blood work done right arm preferred for iv. arm randomly a week later developed large bruise across inner forearm and inner upper arm. it and armpit are extremely tender to touch. no swelling is present. possible dvt-ue?

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Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

Reassurance : Most likely you were bruised due to vein infiltration. DVT of an arm is uncommon. If worsening, could raise bleeding concerns. Check back with those involved

Dr Maes agreed

Answered 11/27/2020

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A member asked:

Recent procedures and blood work done right arm preferred for iv. arm randomly a week later developed large bruise across inner forearm and inner upper arm. it and armpit are extremely tender to touch. no swelling is present. possible dvt-ue?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

Dr Maes agreed

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