Port Removal - What's it like?
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My last herceptin infusion is Sept 21st. I'm getting my port out sometime after that, nobody seems to be in a rush to schedule it, except me! When they put my port in they gave me Versed and I was out like a light. I'm hoping they give me that and it knocks me out again. I'm a big chicken with all things surgical. >_<
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Peggily,
I had my port removed on 4/19... it was honestly a total breeze! I know this sounds crazy but I was awake during the removal and my surgeon told me bad jokes thru the process. Sounds crazy I know but I honestly didn't feel a thing! I got dressed, went home and my hubby gave me an ice pack (just in case) and we drive 2 hours to our lake house.
My friend had her last herceptin treatment and just scheduled a revision for her implants and is having the port removed then. I'm thinking your onc may want to do a scan before he/she gives you the thumbs up to remove it. If you've already had that done then be as proactive as you can. Will be praying for you
Cyber hugs,
Michelle
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You're not alone--many people are awake for removal. I was, as were many in my BCO cohort. It was more the rule than the exception.
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Thank you for the prayers Michelle! Do you know if they gave you Versid or anything? That's what they gave me when they put the port in and I went right to sleep. Glad your port removal was a piece of cake! Can't wait to be done!
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Wanted to post for other who may have their port removed in 2019. I am scheduled for removal on 11/12/19. I am nervous and excited. I was told local would be used.
Will keep everyone posted.
Insideout2
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Insideout2: Good luck on Tuesday. Hope it's quick and painless. I'm having mine out 12/4. I've not had any problems and didn't might keeping it longer but the MO said we could take it out. I had a clot in it in June. I think I'll have twilight sleep.
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I had twilight sleep and I'm really glad I did. It was too creepy to be awake and I didn't want to take the chance of having any pain.
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I wanted to check in. I had my port removed today. They did have difficulty starting my IV. A doctor had to find my vein. I had light sedation and was out. I did have a picture of the port taken. I feel sore at the port location, but more than the other surgeries. I happy this part is over.
Insideout2
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Was going to have my port out right away (oncologist said I could) but after talking with the chemo nurses (who really know what goes on) decided to leave in for 2 years since it doesn't give me any trouble, and aside from this, I'm in excellent health. Post mastectomy, ILC, stage IIIC, 10/16 nodes Dx 2/13/19. I am encouraged to see when some of you logged in for the first time and seeing your recent posts! Blessings to all
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