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How Can A Wrist Vein Injury Causing Enlargement And Swelling Be Treated?

During a game of softball last night i recieved a nnasty impact to the vien in the underside of my wrist, it came from a ball which was pitched at a speed of 80km. Since the impact the vein became extremely enlarged. It was strapped to prevent further swelling ice pack was also applied. Today i am experiencing dull ache, swelling, is there a need to be concerned or will the symptons abate?
Thu, 11 May 2017
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Respected user, hi I evaluated your query thoroughly.
* Post - traumatic hematoma / cellulitis
* Follow certain basics
- keep the part elevated , avoid prolong dependant positions
- continue ice application 4-5 times / day
- avoid excess pressure over it
- avoid any tight clothing in vicinity of it
- in our clinic , we recommend Cephalosporin group of antibiotics along with
anti-inflammatory agents to help faster resolution according to the clinical
evaluations .
- consult your doctor if more pain / redness / fever / joint movements
restricted
Hope this helps you
Welcome for any further queries
Thanks for using Health care magic & giving me an opportunity to assist
Wishing you fast recovery from it
Regards dear take care.
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How Can A Wrist Vein Injury Causing Enlargement And Swelling Be Treated?

Respected user, hi I evaluated your query thoroughly. * Post - traumatic hematoma / cellulitis * Follow certain basics - keep the part elevated , avoid prolong dependant positions - continue ice application 4-5 times / day - avoid excess pressure over it - avoid any tight clothing in vicinity of it - in our clinic , we recommend Cephalosporin group of antibiotics along with anti-inflammatory agents to help faster resolution according to the clinical evaluations . - consult your doctor if more pain / redness / fever / joint movements restricted Hope this helps you Welcome for any further queries Thanks for using Health care magic & giving me an opportunity to assist Wishing you fast recovery from it Regards dear take care.