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Old 04-30-2016, 02:25 PM #1
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I don't have a port but I have accessed many while working. One thing to keep in mind is accessing a port does involve a needle. It's a small needle but still a needle.

Unfortunately there is no way to tell exactly how your body will respond. How often are you getting an IV or blood draw? Is it possible to decrease the frequency of the test?

Good luck!
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I don't have a port but I have accessed many while working. One thing to keep in mind is accessing a port does involve a needle. It's a small needle but still a needle.

Unfortunately there is no way to tell exactly how your body will respond. How often are you getting an IV or blood draw? Is it possible to decrease the frequency of the test?

Good luck!
Nurse Kris- thank you for this information! The doctor and nurse did not tell me that! They made it seem like this would bypass any needle stick completely once I had the port implanted.

I'm getting IVIG 2x every 3 - 4 weeks; I'm going to see if my Dr. would consider 1x every 3-4 weeks or what his thoughts would be on that. THank you so much!
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