Superficial Thrombophlebitis
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Superficial Thrombophlebitis
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Superficial thrombophlebitis is an inflammation of a vein just below the surface of the skin, which results from a blood clot. This condition may occur after recently using a intravenous (IV) line, or after trauma to the vein. It involves an inflammatory response associated with a clot in the vein. Some symptoms can include pain and tenderness along the vein and hardening and feeling cord-like. Superficial thrombophlebitis is usually a benign and short-term condition. Symptoms generally subside in 1 to 2 weeks, but hardness of the vein may remain for much longer.
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Superficial Thrombophlebitis
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Shown here is erythema following the vascular pattern on a lower extremity. The superficial veins have become inflamed and dilated, causing the discoloration.
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