Quote Originally Posted by Rudie
Beth-Ro,
You just PERFECTLY described my current problem, exact same spot, same medical response. ......
but I have a few questions first:
You said you inserted the sterile needle into the vein. Could you actually see the vein or did you just insert into the bump?

I am so glad you posted your experiences. Although I know other female messengers I do not feel comfortable discussing this with them.

Thank you.
- rudie
Please don't try this at home without a little professional help. Jamming a needle into a vein can cause thromboses (clots) and/or infection. Clots can then get infected and since they're already in your blood stream you become incredibly ill. These can also break off and travel. Travel to where you ask? Well they become lodged in the lung - called a pulmonary embolism (can be fatal) or if you have a not uncommon hole in your heart, they can travel to your brain giving you a stroke, or anywhere else in your body. Plus, having treated many a drug addict who jabbed stuff into his veins, the infection and other complications are too numerous to list.
Hot compresses and soaking sound great while you're waiting to see someone...