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Thrombophlebitis, or blood clot formation in the veins, is discussed. Symptoms may include tenderness, swelling, changes in skin temperature in the affected limb. The dorsalis pedis pulse may be absent and the Homans sign involving pain with foot flexion can indicate calf vein clots. Treatment involves anticoagulants like heparin or warfarin to prevent clot propagation and pulmonary embolism. Patients require monitoring during anticoagulant therapy.

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