Heparin sodium ointment is used in the treatment of heart attack, blood clots in deeper veins, and blood clots in the lungs. This is because heparin is an anticoagulant and hence prevents any unnecessary blood clots. Also, it dissolves hematomas and improves blood supply to the skin. This ointment is also used in treating sports-related sprains and strains.
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I have a painless lump in the IV injection area. Why?
Query: Hi doctor,I had a fistulectomy surgery. I was given an IV for two days. It was attached to my right wrist and it was removed after two days. On that spot, where the injection was inserted, a very small, painless lump sort of a thing formed. It is already 39 days after surgery, but that small, painle... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please relax and do not worry. It is thrombophlebitis of superficial veins where your IV was attached. I suggest you apply Thrombophob ointment (Heparin sodium) three times a day on the swelling for seven days. Consult your doctor, discuss with him or her and take the ... Read Full »
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