Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Had IV Sedation. Wrist And Elbow Swollen And Red. What Is Wrong?
I had IV sedation on Tuesday with the IV placed in my hand. Yesterday I noticed my arm was sensitive and by the end of the day from the wrist to the elbow was slightly swollen, red, slightly warm to the touch, and tingly. I applied warm compresses last night and this am. It isn t worse but it isn t better. It is painful but not severe and I don t have a fever. Do I need to see a doctor or is it safe to wait it out?
Sat, 3 Aug 2013
Hello,
Its usual to get swelling after IV sedation has given.
Take diclofenac with muscle relaxant as we prescribe usually in such cases.
Continue applying hot and cold packs intermittently.
Wrist and elbow has to be immobilized.
Avoid heavy loads lifting with the affected area.
Hope this helps.
Its usual to get swelling after IV sedation has given.
Take diclofenac with muscle relaxant as we prescribe usually in such cases.
Continue applying hot and cold packs intermittently.
Wrist and elbow has to be immobilized.
Avoid heavy loads lifting with the affected area.
Hope this helps.
I find this answer helpful
I find this answer helpful
1 user finds this helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Anesthesia
Loading Online Doctors....