Got port in

braelee2

Well I got my port in on Wednesday Still a little sore but not bad. I get to take the bandage off tonight. A little scare to see what it looks like.

Luv2lunch

I'm glad your port procedure
I'm glad your port procedure went well. Don't be afraid to look at it. Mom has one and it is a blessing to her as she is definately afraid to be stuck with a needle in the arm. There is really nothing bad to look at.
Good luck.
Linda and Ellie

lisa42

your first
Hi,

I'm assuming that this is your first port? (I just had mine replaced with a new one after 3 yrs last week). When do you start in on getting your chemo through it?
A little sore is normal. The part where they cut me open is still covered with steri-strips a week and a half later. I was told to let those come off on their own- usually 2-3 weeks. The main bandage covering it all was off two day after I got it, which is the same for you apparently.

Take care and best wishes to you with everything-
Lisa

Kathryn_in_MN

They really don't look bad at all
Just a little line of a scar. At first it might be a little red and puffy, but that will go away.

I got my port, and am hooked up to chemo #13 - 1st round of FOLFIRI w/Avastin. My firt 12 rounds were FOLFOX. And I got my short haircut. I've posted mine. Are you going to post your new hairdo? I see you've pulled your original avitar with your long hair.

You're off to Disney soon aren't you? That will be a nice break before heading into battle!

Lori-S

Wow
Natalie, I just checked out your pix and they are great. Love the new hair cut and great highlights! I am glad you are doing well with the port.

HollyID

Hi Natalie...
Hopefully, your port will treat like mine has. I don't even know it's there. I have the worst veins too. They would have slaughtered them with needles.

You start chemo pretty soon. You're the same stage as I am.

Oh, BTW... You have a wonderful looking family!!