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What Causes Prominent Veins Around Surgical Stitches In The Underarm?
I had an infected cyst surgically removed from my underarm last week. In place of stitches, the doctor put in packing, which I was instructed to remove (very painfully) the next day. I now have 2 bulging veins near the area. My arm feels tight and warm. I m 50 and in otherwise good health. My surgeon can t see me until Friday and I m worried.
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Fri, 21 Apr 2017
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Hi,
The tight and warm feeling on your arm is due to painfully removed packing on the stitches.
I advise applying cold compresses locally. If still tight or the bulging veins will get worse, should go to ER.
Otherwise, wait until Friday's appointment with your doctor.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Albana Sejdini,
General & Family Physician
The tight and warm feeling on your arm is due to painfully removed packing on the stitches.
I advise applying cold compresses locally. If still tight or the bulging veins will get worse, should go to ER.
Otherwise, wait until Friday's appointment with your doctor.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Albana Sejdini,
General & Family Physician
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