Thrombophlebitis

Alternative names:

phlebitis

Symptoms:

The following, or other, symptoms may occur:

• tenderness over the vein
• pain in the part of the body affected
• skin redness or inflammation (may be present)

Signs and tests:

The health care provider makes the diagnosis primarily based on the appearance of the affected area. Frequent checks of the pulse, blood pressure, temperature, skin condition, and circulation may be required.

If the cause is not readily identifiable, tests may be performed to determine the cause, such as:

• Doppler ultrasound
• extremity arteriography
• blood coagulation studies