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Should I get a port?

Gynecologic Cancers | Last Active: Apr 17 2:18am | Replies (87)
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I got one, it was recommended to save my veins and it has been nice not needing additional IV’s
Was pretty uncomfortable when I got it, bruised / sore but, but that only lasted about a week, now it’s easy, Accessing it isn’t as painful as an IV stick. I put lidocaine on 30 min before , and ice. It’s nice for getting fluids and blood draws too.
I’m doing carbonplatin and taxol, 6 rounds.
Good luck with your decision

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charlotte12 | @charlotte12 | Mar 12 10:12am

@lizziegil -I'm surprised that there still can be pain when getting an infusion using a port.

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hlthcr2000 | @hlthcr2000 | Mar 12 10:18am

@lizziegil
Thank Lizzie. Yes it is really sore- 2 days from placement! Appreciate you taking the time to reply .

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bocabird | @bocabird | Mar 14 2:25pm

@lizziegil I had the port in 2017 was removed in 2018- endometrial cancer. I even named it Mort the Port - and when it was removed it was called Deport Mort. I still have a big bump and the removal I had no sedation which was a big mistake. And yes they told me my veins would be horrible after chemo. I am ok now.

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