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What Causes Formation Of Lump Along With Severe Pain In PICC Line?
Hi, I had breast surgery 7 days ago after IV on my hand my hand was swollen very painful on hand, wrist, and a spot near my elbow. The swelling is gone but the pain is there in my hand a spot on my wrist and a spot near my elbow. The vein is kinda hard and I noticed the spot near my elbow has a small lump. The pain is only when I apply pressure. Should I see my Dr?
Sat, 22 Apr 2023
Hi,
It is important to see your doctor if you are experiencing pain and swelling along with a lump near the site of your PICC line. A PICC line is a long, thin tube that is inserted through a vein in the arm and passed through to the larger veins near the heart and is typically used for long-term intravenous therapy.
The formation of a lump in the area around the PICC line, along with severe pain, may indicate that you have an infection or inflammation of the vein (phlebitis). This can occur due to bacteria entering the bloodstream through the PICC line or from other sources.
Your doctor may need to evaluate the area around the PICC line and potentially order additional tests, such as blood tests or imaging studies, to determine the cause of the lump and pain. Treatment options may include antibiotics, removal of the PICC line, or other measures to manage symptoms and prevent complications.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
It is important to see your doctor if you are experiencing pain and swelling along with a lump near the site of your PICC line. A PICC line is a long, thin tube that is inserted through a vein in the arm and passed through to the larger veins near the heart and is typically used for long-term intravenous therapy.
The formation of a lump in the area around the PICC line, along with severe pain, may indicate that you have an infection or inflammation of the vein (phlebitis). This can occur due to bacteria entering the bloodstream through the PICC line or from other sources.
Your doctor may need to evaluate the area around the PICC line and potentially order additional tests, such as blood tests or imaging studies, to determine the cause of the lump and pain. Treatment options may include antibiotics, removal of the PICC line, or other measures to manage symptoms and prevent complications.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
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