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What Causes Hard And Sensitive Vein After Insertion Of Intravenous Cannula?

Posted on Fri, 27 Feb 2015

Question: I had IV for a D&C 6 days ago. Now i have a hard sensitive vein in wrist. I have factor V so i get nervous. Is this normal?

Answered by Dr. Deepak Kishore Kaltari (17 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
It is likely to be due to Thrombophlebitis

Detailed Answer:
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Dear Ms

The hard and sensitive vein is due to Thrombophlebitis that is clotting of blood in the vein due to insertion of Intravenous cannula. It is self limiting and there is no cause for concern.

I would suggest you the following

1. Local application of Ice /Ice pack will be helpful

2. Local application of Heparin Ointment will help

3. Rest to affected arm

4. Anti inflammatory drug like Ibuprofen which is available as over the counter medication will help relieve pain and tenderness

Do get back to me if you need any further assistance, will be glad to assist you.

Take care

Best regards
Dr Deepak Kaltari
Consultant Surgeon

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj

Follow up: Dr. Deepak Kishore Kaltari (11 minutes later)

I am on warfarim

Answered by Dr. Deepak Kishore Kaltari (48 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Local application of Ice will be helpful

Detailed Answer:
Dear Ms

Thrombophlebitis should subside with local application of Ice and anti inflammatory like Ibuprofen. No further intervention is required. Ice and antiinflammatory measures as suggested won't interfere with warfarin. So no concerns.

Wishing you and your family a very happy and healthy life.

Take care

Regards
Dr Deepak

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad