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Thrombophlebitis
Alternate Names : Phlebitis
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Thrombophlebitis Treatment
For more specific recommendations, see the particular condition.
Medications may include analgesics (pain medications), anticoagulants or blood thinners to prevent new clot formation, or thrombolytics to dissolve an existing clot. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDS) such as ibuprofen may reduce pain and inflammation. Antibiotics are prescribed if infection is present.
Support stockings and wraps may be of benefit in some cases to reduce discomfort. Elevate the affected area to reduce swelling. Keep pressure off of the area to reduce pain and decrease the risk of further damage. Apply moist heat to reduce inflammation and pain.
Surgical removal, stripping, or bypass of the vein is rarely needed but may be recommended in some situations.
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• Definition
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• Thrombophlebitis Symptoms & Signs
• Thrombophlebitis Prevention
• Thrombophlebitis Diagnosis & Tests
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Topics that might be of interest to you Diseases & Conditions
• Blood Clots
• Deep Venous Thrombosis
• Superficial Thrombophlebitis
Tests & Exams
• Blood Pressure
• Doppler Ultrasound Exam of An Extremity
• Extremity Arteriography
• Pulse
Other Topics
• Intravenous
• Pain Medications
• Paleness
• Rashes
• Swelling
Review Date : 5/22/2002
Reviewed By : Debbie Cohen, M.D., Renal and Electrolyte Division, University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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