10 Facts About Phlebitis

9. Treatment

Swelling, tenderness, redness, or pain in the legs are warning signs, especially if an individual has a history of stroke, DVT, or phlebitis. Generally, superficial phlebitis is treated at home. The doctor will recommend support stockings, warm compresses, and anti-inflammatory over-the-counter drugs. However, DVT is much more serious, and unfortunately, the first symptoms often do not occur until after complications begin to develop. Most people take blood thinners, and in some cases, a filter device is inserted into the inferior vena cava, which carries blood from the body back to the heart, to further reduce clotting.

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