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How to make hard spot from iv go down ?
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Local inflammation: Probably just a little plebitis or inflammation of the vein. It is due to the catheter or possibly caused by something you were given thru the iv. Try placing a warm compress to the area for about 20 minutes several times daily. If the symptoms persist or worsen you may need to see your doctor for an antibiotic.
Answered 5/17/2016
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WARM packs, NSAIDS: An I.V. Can cause superficial thrombophlebitis (vein inflammation). Heat and anti-inflammatories (nsaids) help. Examples of nsaids are aleve, (naproxen) ibuprofen, etc.. Time will heal. Be careful with heating pads/warm packs. We see burns caused by patients all the time. Use heat or ice packs 30 minutes at a time to prevent 'thermal injury'.
Answered 12/9/2013
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