Thrombophilia

When a blood clot stops one or more of your veins, usually in your legs, you get thrombophilia . Thrombophlebitis, often known as phlebitis, is a rare condition that can damage the veins in your neck or arms.

The afflicted vein may be deep within a muscle, resulting in deep vein thrombosis (DVT), or it may be close to the skin's surface, causing superficial thrombophlebitis. A lengthy period of inactivity, trauma, or surgery can all result in thrombophilia. Individuals with varicose veins may develop superficial thrombophlebitis.

Your risk of developing major health issues, such as a pulmonary embolism a blockage of an artery in your lungs is increased when you have a clot in a deep vein. Medication to thin the blood is typically used to treat deep vein thrombosis. Sometimes blood thinners are used to treat superficial thrombophlebitis as well.

Symptoms

Symptoms of superficial thrombophlebitis include:

Pain, warmth, and soreness in the afflicted area

Swelling and redness

Symptoms of deep vein thrombosis include:

Anguish

Bloating