What is Thrombophlebitis? What is Phlebitis? How to manage it? What are the precautions to be taken? What are the signs and symptoms? What is the cause of this disease? How to treat it? How can homeopathy help you? All of this answered, in this post and of course our doctors always there to help you. Just fill in your details in the form down below and we will answer all your questions for FREE!

What is thrombophlebitis or phlebitis?

It is the inflammation of the vein due to a blood clot is known as Thrombophlebitis.

The phlebitis can be superficial in the skin, or deep, in the tissues beneath the skin.

Which age group is more affected?

Mainly the 30 to 40 years of age group are more affected.

Both the genders are equally affected due to this.

What are the types of thrombophlebitis?

Deep vein thrombosis

It affects deeper veins and larger veins.

A red, engorged, cord-like vein, associated with localized swelling, pain or tenderness.

Superficial thrombophlebitis

It affects the veins that are near to the skin surface.

In this type, there is generalized swelling, warmth, and redness in the affected part.

There is distension of superficial veins.

The cyanosis of toes and limbs it can some be associated with fever and chills.

Which causes this?

• Patient having family history.

• Smoking is the main causes of this condition.

• Hormone therapy.

• Alcohol intake.

• Pregnancy.

• Hemorrhoids.

• Migratory thrombophlebitis.

• Local trauma.

• Taking contraceptive pills.

• Similar prior episodes.

• Varicose veins.

• An Injury to a vein.

• Obesity

• Prolonged traveling.

What is the sign and symptoms of this?

• Inflammation on affected body parts.

• Pain in affected body parts.

• Redness of skin.

• Part tender and warm to touch.

• Flexing causes pain.

• Swollen foot.

How to investigate thrombophlebitis?

• Complete case history

• Clinical examination

• Blood coagulation study

• Doppler ultrasound

• Venography

• X-ray

• Ultrasound

• CT or MRI scans

How to treat it?

• Analgesics

• Antibiotics

• Anticoagulants

• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs

• Thrombolytics to dissolve an existing clot

• Support stockings

• Bed rest and elevation of limbs

• Surgery

What is the prognosis?

The prognosis of thrombophlebitis is good if it is treated timely.

What are the complications of thrombophlebitis?

• Deep vein thrombosis

• Pulmonary embolism

• Chronic pain

• Swelling in legs

• Heart attack

• Stroke

• Skin discoloration

• Blocked veins

What is the differential diagnosis of thrombophlebitis?

• Cellulitis

• Deep vein thrombosis

• Lymphangitis

• Neuritis

• Baker Cyst

• Chronic venous insufficiency

• Hematoma

• Varicosities

• Septic thrombophlebitis

How to manage this condition?

• Yoga

• Meditation for better living.

• Wear loose and comfortable clothes.

• Manage weight if overweight.

• Quit smoking.

• Avoid alcohol

• Use hot application on affected parts.

• Drink plenty of liquids.

• Walk regularly for 30 mints.

• Elevate legs.

• Eat a well-balanced diet.

• Take vitamin K rich diet.

How homeopathic medicines can help in this case?

Homeopathic medicines can help in this case symptomatically. Some of the homeopathic medicine which can help in this case. These are:

• Arnica Montana

• Belladonna

• Hamamelis virginiana

• Lachesis

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