Porta Cath and neuropathy?

I have a Porta Cath. I haven’t had any problems with it. I have slight neuropathy post chemo.  I have never heard any suggestion that they are related. I am still having her herceptin and perjeta through it, and taking letrazole.  I think you will be fine. Good luck. xx

Thanks for replying so quickly - I’ve found it’s getting worse over the last month and I sometimes wake up with the pain of it. I haven’t got a choice really as they can’t use my left. Good to hear you haven’t any problems with it. Have you been having Herceptin and Perjeta for a long time? I started a couple of months ago and am expected to have them for the foreseeable future. 

Thanks again and all the best

Regards Jude 

Hi Jude. I have had 14 of 18 infusions. My oncologist also says that it’s the chemo that has caused the neuropathy although I must admit I have wondered if the ongoing petuzemab is contributing. I think it’s more likely to be that than the portocath. It could still be from chemo. I finished chemo last October but my nails are still falling apart so it’s definitely still in me!  The onco nurses have said that chemo side effects take a couple of years to go after a lot of treatment, and not necessarily even then. It’s nasty stuff. I hope your side effects settle down. I do think herceptin and perjeta are a lot kinder than a lot of our drugs, but still have side effects. xx

Hi Sandy thanks so much for the info - yes it is nasty stuff I’ve noticed my nails are hardly growing now since chemo! I think the Letrozole can also contribute to neuropathy, but yes most drugs have some side effects. I guess I’ll have to have it fitted on Friday or would have to have cannulas inserted every 3 weeks. I doubt it’s an option. 

I’ll let you know how it goes - thanks again and all the best with your treatment. 

Jude xx

I really don’t think you will regret the port. I hardly know mine is there. I hope it goes well for you. xxx

Hi Sandy you were right ! I’ve had the port fitted and stitches removed the other day. Lovely to be free of dressings etc. Thanks for your support -  I hope you are ok and your treatments are going well 

Jude xxx