Hey Roxie,
My grandson had a port for his IVIG, post bone marrow transplant as his veins were shot after chemo/radiation, the only thought that I can add is asking for EMLA you can apply prior to your infusion, especially if your skin is very sensitive to the poking. Joey swears by it, he had his port removed after being officially discharged from cancer treatment(YES! he is six years post diagnosis for AML leukemia) and he hates being poked so he still packs EMLA for blood draws.
Although annoying at first it is highly preferrable to PIC lines that don't last that long and get in the way of everyday life. Good Luck and I will be thinking of you, good thoughts and best wishes in this new year.
Janna