Thrombophlebitis means clotting of blood (thrombus) and inflammation (itis) in a vein, most commonly in the legs. It is often just called phlebitis. It can affect either the deep or surface (superficial) veins.Symptoms of Thrombophlebitis. When the deep veins are involved, your leg may become tender, painful, and swollen. You may also have a fever. When a superficial vein is involved, a red, hard, and tender bump or cordThe leg is still getting enough oxygen and nutrients from the arteries, so it is not threatened, but the back pressure of unreturned blood and the resulting may be present under the surface of the skin.Who Is Affected by Thrombophlebitis? Your risk for thrombophlebitis increases if you are confined or immobile for prolonged periods. Thrombophlebitis commonly occurs after surgery, heart attack, hip or leg fracture, or prolonged bed rest or inactivity (such as sitting for a long time in a plane or car). Cancer patients also have a higher risk, as do people who are overweight, who use oral contraceptives, or whose blood has an abnormally high tendency to clot.*206\252\8*
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DISEASES OF THE VEINS : THROMBOPHLEBITIS – SYMPTOMS AND WHO IS AFFECTED BY
Posted: July 30th, 2011 under Cardio & Blood- Сholesterol.
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