Anyone having Chemo without having a picc line inserted?

1. Hi, I had 6 cycles of chemotherapy, was never asked if I wanted a line, so a cannula each time. I had quite thin veins so had to have my hand on a heat pad all the time. This was very helpful, & it can depend on the nurse too.

Thank you that's good to know

Hi. I had half and half. 3 sessions through my veins and 3 through a groshong line which is tunnelled under my skin from my collar bone to my chest bone. I wouldn't hesitate to get the line done again. Wished I had had it from the start. The flushing takes 5 mins. You can get clots and infections through your veins without any line. Prior to getting my line fitted I got an infection anyway so I wouldnt worry too much. You will be well.looked after x

Hi BronteMags,

Im about to have round five and I don’t have a picc line. They’ve been keen to give me one as my veins are a bit tricky sometimes but I just can’t handle the thought of it and have managed so far. 

My left hand is sore now so using my right, but I haven’t had surgery yet so I have both hands to use. If you’ve already had surgery they will likely only use the side you haven’t had surgery on.

Its totally your choice though. 

Good luck! 

Ruby xx