The prospect of a new experience can be worse than the experience itself. I’ve had two PICC lines inserted, and neither was uncomfortable. Be prepared for lots of waiting while the nurse gets everything ready. If you don’t want a running commentary, ask them to spare you the details and shut your eyes. Neither insertion was painful, or even unpleasant in any way. Unsettling the first time because I didn’t know what to expect.
There’s no reason to think your experience will be anything different, and I hope your mind will be a little easier. And all the best for the chemo.
I had my PICC line put in before Christmas, it was a painless experience, the nurses were very kind and gentle. Ive had no problems with it since, and it is certainly an easier experience with the chemotherapy infusion than through a cannula.
