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Suggest Treatment For A Painful Bulge On The Vein

A month ago I was in the hospital and I had an i.v. put in the back of my hand after a day or two my hand swelled and was told I had an infiltration ( in was typical iv solution) I now still have a hard bulge in my vein and it is painful. I have put warm compresses on it and still no relief should I be concern?

Mon, 10 Apr 2017
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respected Sir hi sorry to hear your issue. ice applications are more rewarding for
4-5 times along with thrombophobe ointment application . in my clinic I suggest antibiotics and anti inflammatory drugs according to the clinical examination of the case dear thanks regards
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Suggest Treatment For A Painful Bulge On The Vein

respected Sir hi sorry to hear your issue. ice applications are more rewarding for 4-5 times along with thrombophobe ointment application . in my clinic I suggest antibiotics and anti inflammatory drugs according to the clinical examination of the case dear thanks regards