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The main symptoms of phlebitis are tenderness and pain in the area of the affected vein. Redness and/or swelling may also be seen.
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What are veins called that feel hard core like when palpated?
sclerosed
What symptoms are a result of phlebitis?
Phlebitis can be identified when there is a slow onset of a tender area on the skin. The area may feel warm and hard and the veins will be visible can like a spider like pattern, and the sufferer may get a fever.
Is phlebitis itchy?
no. phlebitis is a inflamation of vein which often leads to development of a clot.
How can i use the word phlebitis in a sentence?
Phlebitis is the inflammation of a vein, especially in the legs. An example sentence would be: Her phlebitis makes her legs hurt really bad.
What is the phonetic pronunciation of phlebitis?
The phonetic pronunciation of phlebitis is "fleh-BYE-tis."
What medication used for phlebitis?
no
Phlebitis is an inflammation of a?
Vein
How does phlebitis differ from thrombophlebitis?
Phlebitis = inflammation of a veinThrombophlebitis = inflammation of a vein caused by or associated with a formation of a thrombus (blood clot)
What is venous inflammation in legs?
phlebitis
What is the difference between phlebitis and infiltration?
Both terms phlebitis and infiltration are terms related to Intravenous. Infiltration is the situation when fluid from the IV leaks from the vein into the surrounding tissue. Phlebitis is the actual irritation that occurs in the vein and surrounding tissues.
Should you exercise while having phlebitis?
no
What is phlebitis of the left leg?
inflammation of the vein
