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IV Opiate Drug User. Noticed Redness And Stiffness In Wrist, Thumb And Arm. Should I Go To ER?

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Posted on Fri, 14 Dec 2012
Question: IV opiate drug user causing I think redness, stiffness starting in wrist , thumb area and spreading up the arm, redness and pain. what should i do. should I go to emergency room.
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Answered by Dr. Anantharamakrishnan (2 hours later)
Hi friend,
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Yes, YOU SHOULD...go the Emergency Room

This suggests possible Thrombophlebitis and/or Infection.

There is danger of embolism and/or systemic spread

Take care
Wishing speedy recovery
God bless
Good luck
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IV Opiate Drug User. Noticed Redness And Stiffness In Wrist, Thumb And Arm. Should I Go To ER?

Hi friend,
Welcome to Health Care Magic

Yes, YOU SHOULD...go the Emergency Room

This suggests possible Thrombophlebitis and/or Infection.

There is danger of embolism and/or systemic spread

Take care
Wishing speedy recovery
God bless
Good luck