Thrombophlebitis

What is Thrombophlebitis?

Thrombophlebitis is swelling (inflammation) of a vein caused by a blood clot.

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I had a blood test done on Friday and it was unusually painful when the needle was put in. When the technician switched to the 2nd vial it was so...

doctor1 MD

Hello,

Thanks for the query.

I presume the technician used the cubital vein in the cubital fossa to draw the blood.

Most probably you may have...

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I'm being treated for a sore Achilles heal and outside ankle. Yesterday I had some physical therapy which included some painful massage. This...

doctor1 MD

Brief Answer:
Thrombophlebitis

Detailed Answer:
hi thanks for your question.

if the protruding vein is swollen, painful and tender to the touch...

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i have sore vein on right hand on its left side. Burning feeling. On and off? What does this mean?

doctor1 MD

Brief Answer:
Possibility of thrombophlebitis to be considered

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Hello,
I have gone through your question and understand your...

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