Irrationally worried about superficial phlebitis?

I have been repeatedly told that there is no danger of the clots that have formed in my vericose veins travelling to my heart or lungs. I've had an ultrasound done on my leg to rule out deep vein thrombosis but I can't stop worrying. Has anyone had anything horrible happen as a result of superficial phlebitis?

Phlebitis, or inflammation of a vein, is generally fairly obvious as its usually swollen and painful. Superficial differs from deep vein. The onset of one does not mean that you have the other. Whether or not its indicative of, or accompanied by a deep vein thrombus (blood clot, as in thrombophlebitis) can only be borne out by ultrasound (which you've already had).

If the pain doesn't stop and or it gets worse, then seek a second opinion. Otherwise, continue to do what your doctor instructed (probably elevation, antibiotics, anti-inflammatory, and warm compresses).

Good luck.

Ralph

Superficial what?

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