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Content updated on Sep 20, 2022
What is thrombophlebitis?
Thrombophlebitis is inflammation of blood vessels that causes a blood clot to form and block one or more veins, usually in the legs. This can occur in surface veins or deep veins.
Symptoms of thrombophlebitis
Skin hardening
Swelling of the affected area
Pain in the arms and/or legs
Questions your doctor may ask to check for thrombophlebitis
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose thrombophlebitis
Do you have hardening of the skin?
Is the affected area swollen?
Do you have pain in your arms and/or legs?
Treatment for thrombophlebitis
Surface vein thrombophlebitis is usually treated with anti Inflammatory medications and antibiotics. Application of compression using compressive garments and limb elevation provides relief. The clot in the deep veins might need additional treatment with blood-thinning drugs.
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