Fitting of a Chest Port (Port-a-Cath)

Hello Chssky, I had my port in, 2017. No problems. Just thr first few day there is an awareness of it. Then it’s like there is nothing there. To show my ignorance of this, when I heard port, I imagined a large hole. Nothing of the sort. It’s tiny just under the skin. And for chemo very very easy. No discomfort at all. It’s less stress too. Now my port is my friend. The thought is more stressful then getting it done. There are specialist who do this and they are truly great at it. Sending hugs and all will be good x

Hi Chris, I have a port-a-cath on the right side of my chest. I was awake during the procedure, but didn't feel a thing and it was quite quick and went smoothly. For the first 1-2 weeks I made sure not to sleep on my side and it was a bit soar but now I hardly notice it's there at all. 

Hi had my port fitted 3 weeks ago. Was very straight forward and having chemo is a lot easier as they was having problems with my veins. Taking blood samples is a lot easier as well. Never felt anything when it was put in and staff was great. Hope all goes well 

I have a picc line is that the same has a port