Phlebitis

Synonyms of phlebitis

• venitis
• vein inflammation

Collocations of phlebitis

blood clot

Frequency: 85 %

The doctor ordered tests to check for the presence of a blood clot in the affected vein.

deep vein thrombosis

Frequency: 80 %

The patient developed phlebitis which later progressed to deep vein thrombosis.

leg pain

Frequency: 70 %

The swelling and redness in her leg were symptoms of phlebitis.

inflammation

Frequency: 60 %

Phlebitis is characterized by inflammation of the vein.

Idiomatic Expressions for phlebitis

• Phrase: phlebitis flare-up
  Meaning: a sudden worsening of symptoms related to inflammation of the veins
  Usage: She had to cancel her trip due to a phlebitis flare-up.