The patient needs an URGENT venous ultrasound to evaluate possible DVT or superficial blood clot. If DVT is diagnosed, the patient needs anticoagulation.

Published on Jul 11, 2012

It is important that you are evaluated by a board certified vein specialist doctor with duplex venous Doppler (venous ultrasound) or if your symptoms do not improve or worsen or other symptoms appear you should go to the nearest emergency room to be evaluated again using ultrasound to check the venous system of the lower extremities. Depending on the location of the clot, it might be necessary to start you on anticoagulation medication to help your body dissolve the clot and also prevent any other clot formation. If the clot is not in the deep system or near the deep system, it is also important to follow up on it with ultrasound to prevent any complications.

Published on Jul 11, 2012

A superficial blood clot/bruise will take time to resolve. It's a difficult area as there is movement. I would recommend you massage with a bruise cream such as Dermaka 3+ times, apply low heat for 10-15 minutes as often as possible. You may need to see an orthopedic surgeon if the pain persists.

Published on Jul 11, 2012

Superficial thrombophlebitis is treated by anti inflammatory agents, compression and warm compresses, and it usually resolves over 2 to 3 weeks and you should be able to get back to normal when the phlebitis resolves. Some patients take longer than others to improve. You should also have a venous ultrasound to ensure that you do not also have a DVT.

Published on Jul 11, 2012