Does anybody no wot a superficial thrombophlebitis is and is it fatal???
2007-05-08 21:36:53 · 4 answers · asked by bammbamm 3 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
It's an inflammation of a vein caused by a blood clot which is often caused by long periods of inactivity. It's not fatal, but if not treated properly the clot can move into your lungs and that just causes more complications.
2007-05-08 21:42:34 · answer #1 · answered by Mischele, RN♥ 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Superficial thrombophlebitis rarely causes complications. However, there is a high risk of complications when the clot is in a deeper vein (deep vein thrombosis).
Complications of deep vein thrombosis include blood clots in the lungs i.e., pulmonary embolism; heart attack, and stroke.
You must promptly see a doctor ... if symptoms get worse, or if new symptoms occur; such as an entire limb becoming pale, cold, or swollen
2007-05-09 05:13:46 · answer #2 · answered by rosieC 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
its a traveling blood clot, and yes its fatal if not found quick
2007-05-09 04:43:01 · answer #3 · answered by Star274009 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
google a medical site
2007-05-09 04:42:24 · answer #4 · answered by flip 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋