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I had surgery today on my l3 l4 and l5 they did give me an iv in my right arm right at the bend of my arm. propofol and lidocaine was administered through the iv after surgery my upper arm is swollen but it only hurts when i move it?

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It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. It would be prudent to see a doctor, preferably the surgeon who performed the surgery. Wish you good health!

Answered 8/6/2021

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There may have been some extravasation of the administered medicines, or localized bruising at site of IV. This typically is non progressive, self limiting and reversible over a few days. Do let your physician know of this complication, as usually can be handled symptomatically.

Answered 8/15/2021

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