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What Are the Symptoms of Thrombophlebitis?

Here are some common symptoms when this condition develops in a vein just under the skin:

• Redness or swollen, irritated skin and tissue around the problem area (such as the length of an affected leg).
• The area may feel warm, tender, hard, or painful.
• Pain or tenderness may increase when you put pressure on the affected area.
• The swollen vein may feel similar to a cord.
• Flexing the foot at the ankle may also be painful.

If you exhibit any of these symptoms, a doctor may also take your pulse and blood pressure and even order circulation tests to confirm the condition is present.

Call Your Doctor If:

• If one leg seems warmer or is swollen, red, and irritated and you haven't spoken with your doctor about it.
• If you have already been diagnosed with thrombophlebitis but the symptoms get worse or don't get better.
• If the limb becomes pale or cold or if you start feeling chills and fever.