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At least she primed iv this time but had to make2attemps to insert another line becase the other went thru vein. now. its painful, swollen and blue. do i need to do something to it or just let it be?
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This represents a localized area of bleeding, which should be self limited assuming you have normal clotting functions. This will fade and resolve over a few weeks, and does not require any heroic interventions unless localized increased swelling and/or pain ensues.
Answered 5/24/2022
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Let it be,.It will heal . Good Luck
Answered 5/26/2022
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