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Pain at IV site
I was in hospital for one week where catheter was inserted into my hand..But it has been almost 17 days but the pain has not gone completely and the site is a bit swollen too. Am i at the risk of Deep Vein Thrombosis..I am applying Thrombophob since 5 days but the swelling is not subsiding..Please see the attached image
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It's a common sequel to iv Cather insertion due local hematoma and bruise formation . This definitely will not cause DVT.
Usually this will last for few weeks to rarely months
You continue using thrombophobe and application of warm water compress helps it.
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Dr. Valli Ponsing
General Physician
11 yrs exp
Chennai
Ice pack
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thrombophobe for local application
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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Jhunjhunu
Can help you kindly provide me detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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