Under phlebitis refers to the inflammation of the veins Surfaces. It arises primarily in the area of varicose veins. An inflammation of the veins makes itself felt as a palpable, painful, thickened and hardened strand. In addition, show up in the environment, the classic signs of inflammation such as warmth, swelling and redness of the skin.

http://www.ellviva.de/Gesundheit/Venenerkrankungen-Symptome.html