Superficial Phlebitis

Phlebitis most often occurs in the leg veins but it may happen anywhere on the body. When a leg vein becomes inflamed and clotted it is superficial phlebitis. Even a minor injury can become inflamed. Superficial phlebitis differs from deep vein thrombosis in that superficial phlebitis has an immediate inflammatory reaction that causes the thrombus to cling to the vein wall. This attachment is what prevents it from breaking loose to cause an embolism. Superficial phlebitis may even happen without an injury such as a long ride on a plane or an unhealthy lifestyle.

Symptoms of phlebitis are swelling and redness on the vein and it may become hard with extended length like a hard cord. Superficial phlebitis usually clears up with no treatment. If it continues for a long period, it should be diagnosed by a doctor.

A healthy lifestyle of no bad habits with healthy nutrition and exercise will help prevent superficial phlebitis.

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