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Should I Be Concerned About The Large Lump In The Vein At The IV Site?
I have recently been released from the hospital for multiple PE's associated with a recent surgery. I had a hard lump in the vein where my IV was located from the original surgery that has gotten larger, harder and more sore in the past few days. Is this cause for concern?
Fri, 2 May 2014
Hi,
It is not unusual to develop a lump at the site of an IV cannula. This is localized tissue inflammation caused by the cannula. It may take a few weeks to resolve.
If it is becoming increasingly painful, it may be infected. I suggest applying antibiotic cream to the area. This should help reduce the infection over the next few days.
Regards,
Dr K A Pottinger
It is not unusual to develop a lump at the site of an IV cannula. This is localized tissue inflammation caused by the cannula. It may take a few weeks to resolve.
If it is becoming increasingly painful, it may be infected. I suggest applying antibiotic cream to the area. This should help reduce the infection over the next few days.
Regards,
Dr K A Pottinger
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