Symptoms of Thrombophlebitis


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Thrombophlebitis is characterized by an inflammation of a superficial vein. This generally occurs because of infection or trauma.

The symptoms of thrombophlebitis are associated with redness and pain at the site of the inflamed vein.


Other symptoms may include warmth, itching, swelling, and fever.


Symptoms of thrombophlebitis are often treated with a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory, antibiotics, or even anticoagulants.

 

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Symptoms of Thrombophlebitis often do not lead directly to the underlying diagnosis and many symptoms can be misleading. Please review all concerns and information found on this website with your health care provider.