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What Causes A Blue Rash Around An IV Infusion Site?
I was given IV infusion for Pneumonia and also Injection 3 days ago after they found my high blood sugar due to the steroid consumption. Now i have rash that seems to be kind of blue around the places were injection was given. What is that blue patches ?
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What Causes A Blue Rash Around An IV Infusion Site?
Hello, It is due to a condition called thrombophlebitis. It is nothing but a minor inflammation at the IV site. As a first line management you can apply Thrombophob ointment for symptomatic relief. Nothing much to worry and you will be fine in couple of days. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician