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What Causes Swelling And Redness In The Arm After Taking Omnipaque?
I had an I ve today of omnipaque for a cat scan, and my vein popped and the liquid is under my skin. It is red and swollen. Is that okay? I was told to keep my arm above my heart and use cold and hot packs on it for a couple days. Will I be okay? I don t know how to use e mail.
Sat, 25 Aug 2018
Hello,
The condition here indicates possible thrombophlebitis at the injection site.
It is a self limiting condition with speedy recovery by ice application.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
The condition here indicates possible thrombophlebitis at the injection site.
It is a self limiting condition with speedy recovery by ice application.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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