Vein inflammation

• A. Phlebitis
• B. Styes
• C. Hypotension
• D. Thrombosis

Answer: (A)

Vein inflammation is called phlebitis. It means the vein is irritated and inflamed, producing signs such as redness, warmth along the vein, tenderness, and sometimes swelling. This differentiates it from styes, which are eyelid infections; hypotension, which is low blood pressure; and thrombosis, which is a blood clot forming in a vessel. If inflammation occurs with a clot, the condition is thrombophlebitis, but the basic term for inflammation of a vein is phlebitis. In practice, spotting phlebitis means avoiding massage or manipulation over the inflamed area and seeking medical advice if symptoms persist or if there are signs suggesting a clot, like persistent leg swelling or fever.