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| Author: | daniel3112 [ October 23rd, 2024, 6:51 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Concerns After a Medical Procedure |
Hey everyone, I recently had a medical procedure where they used an IV, and now I’m noticing some pain and swelling near the area where the needle was. I’m starting to wonder if I might have a collapsed vein, but I’m not entirely sure what that even is. I’ve heard the term before but never looked into it. Should I be concerned? Does anyone know what the symptoms of a collapsed vein are? |
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| Author: | kris1998 [ October 23rd, 2024, 8:09 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Concerns After a Medical Procedure |
It sounds like you might be dealing with a collapsed vein, especially if you're experiencing pain and swelling. A collapsed vein happens when the vein is damaged or blocked, often from repeated IV use or injections. It’s a good idea to get it checked out by a medical professional to be safe. There are other signs too, like discoloration around the area or difficulty in drawing blood from that vein. It can take a while for the vein to heal, and sometimes it may not recover fully. |
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| Author: | Denis12222 [ October 23rd, 2024, 8:57 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Concerns After a Medical Procedure |
If you're curious to learn more about what a collapsed vein is and how it happens, I found an article that goes into detail about it. It explains the symptoms and the causes of vein collapse, which might help you understand your situation better https://unitedrecoveryproject.com/rehab-blog/what-is-a-collapsed-vein/ . It’s worth reading if you want to know more about how veins can get damaged from procedures or other causes. |
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