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Lump On The Wrist Vein Where IV Inserted And Is Numb

Hello, I was submitted to surgery 9 days ago and had an IV in my right wrist. Today I noticed a lump on my wrist´s vein 2 cm bellow the entry point. When I pressed it, it disappeared for 10 mins and then reappeared. The area is also a bit numb, should I worry ?
Thu, 27 Feb 2014
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Orthopaedic Surgeon 's  Response
Hi,

Over a period of time, as hematoma resolves it cause local skin symptoms around the hematoma.

Continue ice application,and thrombhophobe ointment may help.

Do not worry.
Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.

Wishing you good health.

Take care
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Lump On The Wrist Vein Where IV Inserted And Is Numb

Hi, Over a period of time, as hematoma resolves it cause local skin symptoms around the hematoma. Continue ice application,and thrombhophobe ointment may help. Do not worry. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care