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Superficial thrombophlebitis is inflammation of the veins near your skin due to blood clots. These are typically in your legs or arms. Veins become painful and red. It’s also called superficial venous thrombosis (SVT).
Phlebitis is also sometimes known as superficial thrombophlebitis or superficial vein thrombosis. Check if you have phlebitis. Phlebitis usually affects the veins in the legs, but you can also get it in your arms or neck. The main symptoms are: pain, tenderness or swelling in the affected area; warm and itchy skin over the affected area
8 mar 2024 · Superficial vein thrombosis (SVT, also known as superficial vein thrombophlebitis) of the lower limb is most often a complication of varicose veins. Doppler (duplex) ultrasonography is recommended for all patients with suspected SVT of the lower limb, as concomitant deep vein thrombosis (DVT) may...
29 sty 2024 · Superficial phlebitis is usually an initial clinical diagnosis, referring to the clinical findings of pain, tenderness, induration, and erythema along the course of a superficial vein. It is due to inflammation, and less commonly, with infection of the vein.
6 wrz 2023 · Symptoms. Symptoms of superficial thrombophlebitis include warmth, tenderness, and pain. You might have redness and swelling and see a red, hard cord just under the surface of your skin that's tender to the touch. Symptoms of deep vein thrombosis include swelling, tenderness, and pain in your leg.
6 wrz 2023 · Treatment. Self care. Preparing for your appointment. Diagnosis. To diagnose thrombophlebitis, a doctor might ask you about your discomfort and look for affected veins near your skin's surface. You might have an imaging test, like an ultrasound, to check your leg for superficial or deep vein thrombosis.
23 maj 2023 · Superficial thrombophlebitis is inflammation of a vein just under the skin, usually in the leg. A small blood clot also commonly forms in the vein, but is usually not serious. The condition usually settles and goes within 2-6 weeks. Treatments can ease pain or discomfort.
