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Suggest Treatment For Swollen And Painful Forearm

Hello I was in the hospital for nearly a week, receiving medication and fluids through IV. I was released today and the iv that was in mu right forearm is painful, swollen, and red. I have also started running a low grade fever and a constant migraine Thank you
Mon, 4 Jan 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have swollen and painful forearm. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like thrombophlebitis , which in your case occur due to vein injury . It can also occur due to infection or other injury like muscl and other soft tissue injury .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. If condition doesn't get well then consult doctor for proper examination . Doctor may prescribe aspirin or antibiotics for infection .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Suggest Treatment For Swollen And Painful Forearm

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have swollen and painful forearm. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like thrombophlebitis , which in your case occur due to vein injury . It can also occur due to infection or other injury like muscl and other soft tissue injury .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. If condition doesn t get well then consult doctor for proper examination . Doctor may prescribe aspirin or antibiotics for infection . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari