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10 days ago had rectal surgery and had an iv for 3 days. a few days later, had another iv placed in same vein in arm for fluids for the evening. a few days later, now i have pain in bend of my elbow by my vein. is this serious? what can i do?

Q: 10 days ago had rectal surgery and had an iv for 3 days. a few days later, had another iv placed in same vein in arm for fluids for the evening. a few days later, now i have pain in bend of my elbow by my vein. is this serious? what can i do?

: The soreness around the site of your IV is normal and nothing to be worried about. Apply warm compresses tot he area.

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Dr. Philip Schwarzman answered

The soreness around the site of your IV is normal and nothing to be worried about. Apply warm compresses tot he area.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 3/22/2021

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A member asked:

10 days ago had rectal surgery and had an iv for 3 days. a few days later, had another iv placed in same vein in arm for fluids for the evening. a few days later, now i have pain in bend of my elbow by my vein. is this serious? what can i do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Schwarzman answered

Dr Rhoads agreed

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