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Red Itchy Bump Near Area Of Saline IV. Should I Be Concerned?
I went into the ER about a 3 weeks ago and was given a saline shot directly and hooked up to an IV afterwards with a bag of saline I do believe. I was dehydrated. Everything went fine. About 3 or 4 days after I noticed a red bump right where the IV was taken and it started itching. It has been like this ever since. Should I be concerned? Thanks in advance for your help.
Wed, 14 Nov 2012
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The most likely causes are - seeping of fluid or blood outside the vein and/or thrombophlebitis from irritation of needle or drug. However, they generally should have subsided by this time. If it is prolonged lie this, it is wiser to see your doctor - probably, there is infection and you may need an antibiotic.
Take care
Wishing speedy recovery
God bless
Good luck
Welcome to Health Care Magic
The most likely causes are - seeping of fluid or blood outside the vein and/or thrombophlebitis from irritation of needle or drug. However, they generally should have subsided by this time. If it is prolonged lie this, it is wiser to see your doctor - probably, there is infection and you may need an antibiotic.
Take care
Wishing speedy recovery
God bless
Good luck
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