What does phlebitis of the arm look like?

Superficial phlebitis There is usually a slow onset of a tender red area along the superficial veins on the skin. A long, thin red area may be seen as the inflammation follows a superficial vein. This area may feel hard, warm, and tender. The skin around the vein may be itchy and swollen.

What does superficial thrombophlebitis look like?

Characteristic signs and symptoms of superficial thrombophlebitis include: Slight swelling, redness and tenderness along a part of the affected vein. Veins on the foot, ankle and area just behind the knee are swollen and pop-out. Other veins in the affected area may appear blue colour.

How long does it take a vein to heal after an IV?

Minor vein damage such as a blown vein can usually repair itself in 10-12 days. Major vein regrowth, however, can take months up to several years.

What causes redness and tenderness after an IV insertion?

• Phlebitis: Phlebitis is a term that means inflammation of a blood vessel. Phlebitis occurs quite commonly after the insertion of intravenous catheters. In phlebitis the inflammation causes localized redness and warmth at the IV insertion site and perhaps a short distance along the course of the vein in which the IV has been placed.

What causes pain in the arm after I.V?

This is the most common cause of pain in the arms after an I.V. It is generally a type of phlebitis called as superficial phlebitis where the veins on the skin surface are affected, rather than the deeper veins.

Why do I have red spots on my armpit?

Causes of lymphangitis. Lymphangitis is known by the painful, red streaks that can be observed beneath the skin surface. These streaks typically run from the origin of the infection to the armpit or groin area.

What does it mean when you have red streaks on your skin?

See additional information. Red streaks on the skin are a characteristic sign of an infection of the skin or subcutaneous tissues, especially when the infection is spreading from its original site. In this case, other symptoms, such as pain, tenderness, swelling, and warmth typically accompany the red streaks.