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What Causes Hard And Painful Vein In The Wrist?

im 39 and healthy. a vein or artery from deep in my wrist has now become bulging marble sized and Hurts to touch it. its like a big bump. i tried to help a friend push a car and it felt as if it would burst. what do i need to do ive had it over 9 days now
posted on Mon, 8 Aug 2016
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Hi,

I advise applying cold clothing to the bump area. Remember not to apply ice, only cold compresses for about a couple of days (i.e. today and tomorrow). Look for any local skin damage (injury, laceration or cut) at the bump area to properly clean and treat it. For the moment, there is nothing to be worried about. If the bump won't resolve within a couple of days, and you might feel pain or numbness, should consult an orthopedist to further evaluate joints and bones at the site of the bump. Please keep the wrist immobilized for some days by applying elastic immobilization bandage you can easily find at a local drugstore.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Ivan R. Rommstein, General Surgeon
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What Causes Hard And Painful Vein In The Wrist?

Hi, I advise applying cold clothing to the bump area. Remember not to apply ice, only cold compresses for about a couple of days (i.e. today and tomorrow). Look for any local skin damage (injury, laceration or cut) at the bump area to properly clean and treat it. For the moment, there is nothing to be worried about. If the bump won t resolve within a couple of days, and you might feel pain or numbness, should consult an orthopedist to further evaluate joints and bones at the site of the bump. Please keep the wrist immobilized for some days by applying elastic immobilization bandage you can easily find at a local drugstore. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Ivan R. Rommstein, General Surgeon