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How To Get Rid Of Swelling On My Shin?

I think i am experiencing my first case of phlebitis, I have lupus and thyroid disease as well as rheumatoid arthritis, the pain and swelling is in my right and left leg over my shin. The veins look somewhat exposed and my legs are throbbing in this area, what should i do?
Fri, 31 Jul 2020
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Internal Medicine Specialist 's  Response
Hi,

If your leg is swollen, red and painful, you should take Ceftriaxone 1 gm injection and aspirin as well. This is a symptoms of severe infection.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Salah Saad Shoman, Internal Medicine Specialist
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How To Get Rid Of Swelling On My Shin?

Hi, If your leg is swollen, red and painful, you should take Ceftriaxone 1 gm injection and aspirin as well. This is a symptoms of severe infection. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Salah Saad Shoman, Internal Medicine Specialist