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What is the medical term meaning Inflammation of a vein with a thrombus?
Thrombophlebitis is the medical term meaning a clot forms in a vein, and inflammation around the vein results.thrombophlebitis
Phlebitis is an inflammation of a?
Vein
Trombophelrbitis is a blood clot and inflammation develop in a vein true or false?
True, thrombophlebitis is a vein inflammation related to a blood clot.
What is phlebitis of the left leg?
inflammation of the 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 are the root suffix and prefix of phlebitis?
phled- meaning vein and itis- meaning inflammation
What is the medical term meaning inflammation of both the skin and veins?
Dermatitis (derm = skin + itis = inflammation) occurs when the skin is red, swollen and uncomfortable. Itching may accompany the inflammation.Phlebitis (phleb = vein + itis = inflammation) is when the vein feels like a rubber hose. This is a common problem with prolonged intravenous (IV) therapy.Thrombophlebitis (thrombo = clot + phleb = vein + itis = inflammation) is a condition where there is skin redness and/or swelling and the veins are easily felt and look like cords running under the skin. Another term for this is "White Leg".
Do you capitalize phlebitis?
No, "phlebitis" is not capitalized unless it is at the beginning of a sentence. It is a medical condition referring to the inflammation of a vein.
Which term means inflammation of a viens?
The term that means inflammation of a vien is phlebitis. And that does not indicate whether it is infected or not, it just means that it is red and swollen, which can happen for different reasons.
What is the medical term meaning inflammation of the skin?
Dermatitis (derm = skin + itis = inflammation) occurs when the skin is red, swollen and uncomfortable. Itching may accompany the inflammation.Phlebitis (phleb = vein + itis = inflammation) is when the vein feels like a rubber hose. This is a common problem with prolonged intravenous (IV) therapy.Thrombophlebitis (thrombo = clot + phleb = vein + itis = inflammation) is a condition where there is skin redness and/or swelling and the veins are easily felt and look like cords running under the skin. Another term for this is "White Leg".
What is a sclerosed vein?
A sclerosed vein is a vein that has become hardened or scarred due to damage to the inner lining of the vein. This can be caused by conditions like varicose veins, blood clots, or inflammation. Sclerosed veins may appear as raised, twisted, or discolored lines on the skin.
What results from repeated venipuncture in the same vein?
Repeated venipuncture in the same vein can lead to several complications, including phlebitis (inflammation of the vein), thrombosis (blood clot formation), and scarring or fibrosis of the vein. These complications can make future venipunctures more difficult and increase the risk of infection. Additionally, repeated trauma to the vein may cause pain and discomfort for the patient. It's generally recommended to rotate sites to minimize these risks.
