Superficial thrombophlebitis. Close-up of the leg of a 67-year-old male patient affected by superficial thrombophlebitis. Thrombophlebitis is the inflammation of a vein with blood clot (thrombus) formation. Superficial refers to veins near the surface of the skin. The affected veins are tender to the touch. The condition can arise spontaneously,or as a complication of varicose veins,surgery or intravenous (IV) drug infusions. Here,it is as a result of IV chemotherapy treatment for cancer. Symptoms usually subside by themselves but anti-inflammatory drugs may be taken to relieve pain | |
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Credit: | Science Photo Library / Marazzi, Dr. P. |
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