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What Causes Painful Arm After Having IV Injections?
Question: I had an IV two weeks ago in my arm about two inches down from wrist. It hurt at the time then quit. The last couple of days my arm has hurt when used it or held something. At the site if IV there is a small knot and another one 2 inches down arm from site. My vein feels very hard and slightly protrudes. Is this dangerious ? What should I do?
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Detailed Answer:
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This is not dangerous and this is commonly seen after IVs. It seems like there is superficial thrombophlebitis in your case and it means there is small inflammation of vein. Most cases of superficial thrombophlebitis are self-limiting and respond to conservative measures. Warm compresses and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are mainstays of therapy and also aspirin may be of benefit.
In most cases this is enough and it will pass in 1-2 weeks, if not, or there will be progression of symptoms then antibiotic therapy and arm immobilisation can be considered.
hi and welcome to HCM
Detailed Answer:
Thanks for the query.
This is not dangerous and this is commonly seen after IVs. It seems like there is superficial thrombophlebitis in your case and it means there is small inflammation of vein. Most cases of superficial thrombophlebitis are self-limiting and respond to conservative measures. Warm compresses and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are mainstays of therapy and also aspirin may be of benefit.
In most cases this is enough and it will pass in 1-2 weeks, if not, or there will be progression of symptoms then antibiotic therapy and arm immobilisation can be considered.
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