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Thrombophlebitis
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Inflammation of one or more veins, most commonly in the legs
Symptoms may include redness, swelling, pain and warmth at site
Caused by blood clot formation
Cannot be spread from person to person
Affects males and females but more common in females
Can occur at any age but more common in older adults
May be mild to severe
May be life threatening
Treatments
Elevate affected leg on a pillow
FOR PAIN
Apply hot or cold packs to the area
Relaxation techniques
Distraction
Over-the-counter medicine (refer to manufacturer’s recommendations for dosage):
Acetaminophen
Ibuprofen
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