IV Swelling

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IV Swelling

Asked for Male, 30 Years

Dear Doctor, After the laparoscopic gallbladder surgery, I noticed some swelling and a small blood clot at the IV cannula puncture site(s) on my hand/arm. Could you please advise if any medication or treatment is required and share a prescription if needed? Thank you.

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Dr. Meghana Vummanaboina

General Surgeon 7 yrs exp Hyderabad

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It is quite common to see such swelling, you can use an ointment over the cannula site

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Dr. Rima Sultana General Surgeon 10 yrs exp Kolkata Consult Now · Accepted Answer

Dr. Rima Sultana

General Surgeon 10 yrs exp Kolkata

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You can apply ice on it along with thrombophob ointment for 7-10 days.