Ports in women...

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crystalina0814

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I am having my first port placed this Thursday- besides being extremely anxious and nervous, and all the nightmares...I am also now doubting the appearance of it. I want to cancel this appt. so badly, but I am thinking I will just suck it up and do it. I am a young woman, normal weight 5'6", 130 lbs...and I am wondering how much it is going to stick out of me. How do those girls who have it feel about the looks of their port? Any advice on placement, if I even have a say? I don't want it to look like I have a doorbell sticking out of my chest. I really only get IV's once a year, if that...but my PICCs are getting harder and harder to thread...to the point of not recieving IV ABX last time I needed them. Also, how badly are you bruised, scarred after the port placement? I am in a wedding on OCT 17th and now I am freeking out about the strapless dress!!!
 
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crystalina0814

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I am having my first port placed this Thursday- besides being extremely anxious and nervous, and all the nightmares...I am also now doubting the appearance of it. I want to cancel this appt. so badly, but I am thinking I will just suck it up and do it. I am a young woman, normal weight 5'6", 130 lbs...and I am wondering how much it is going to stick out of me. How do those girls who have it feel about the looks of their port? Any advice on placement, if I even have a say? I don't want it to look like I have a doorbell sticking out of my chest. I really only get IV's once a year, if that...but my PICCs are getting harder and harder to thread...to the point of not recieving IV ABX last time I needed them. Also, how badly are you bruised, scarred after the port placement? I am in a wedding on OCT 17th and now I am freeking out about the strapless dress!!!
 
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crystalina0814

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I am having my first port placed this Thursday- besides being extremely anxious and nervous, and all the nightmares...I am also now doubting the appearance of it. I want to cancel this appt. so badly, but I am thinking I will just suck it up and do it. I am a young woman, normal weight 5'6", 130 lbs...and I am wondering how much it is going to stick out of me. How do those girls who have it feel about the looks of their port? Any advice on placement, if I even have a say? I don't want it to look like I have a doorbell sticking out of my chest. I really only get IV's once a year, if that...but my PICCs are getting harder and harder to thread...to the point of not recieving IV ABX last time I needed them. Also, how badly are you bruised, scarred after the port placement? I am in a wedding on OCT 17th and now I am freeking out about the strapless dress!!!
 
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crystalina0814

New member
I am having my first port placed this Thursday- besides being extremely anxious and nervous, and all the nightmares...I am also now doubting the appearance of it. I want to cancel this appt. so badly, but I am thinking I will just suck it up and do it. I am a young woman, normal weight 5'6", 130 lbs...and I am wondering how much it is going to stick out of me. How do those girls who have it feel about the looks of their port? Any advice on placement, if I even have a say? I don't want it to look like I have a doorbell sticking out of my chest. I really only get IV's once a year, if that...but my PICCs are getting harder and harder to thread...to the point of not recieving IV ABX last time I needed them. Also, how badly are you bruised, scarred after the port placement? I am in a wedding on OCT 17th and now I am freeking out about the strapless dress!!!
 
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crystalina0814

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I am having my first port placed this Thursday- besides being extremely anxious and nervous, and all the nightmares...I am also now doubting the appearance of it. I want to cancel this appt. so badly, but I am thinking I will just suck it up and do it. I am a young woman, normal weight 5'6", 130 lbs...and I am wondering how much it is going to stick out of me. How do those girls who have it feel about the looks of their port? Any advice on placement, if I even have a say? I don't want it to look like I have a doorbell sticking out of my chest. I really only get IV's once a year, if that...but my PICCs are getting harder and harder to thread...to the point of not recieving IV ABX last time I needed them. Also, how badly are you bruised, scarred after the port placement? I am in a wedding on OCT 17th and now I am freeking out about the strapless dress!!!
 
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MissKitty

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I have a port and just got it almost 3 months ago. I love it and its not even noticeable at all! Its so awesome, my dr did such a great job. I am not as tall as you, I am only 5'3 and 105 lbs. The port is no bigger than a quarter. I got the Power injectable smart port CT. Its so tiny all you can see is the little scar. He also put the tube under my clavicle so it wouldnt be noticeable, that was my biggest worry. Although for about the first 2 weeks it was more noticeable because I was swollen and it was a foreign object. I also only do IVs once a year too but because of scarring in the veins it was getting harder to do PICCs. I really think you too will love your choice in getting a port. Hope all goes well!
 
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MissKitty

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I have a port and just got it almost 3 months ago. I love it and its not even noticeable at all! Its so awesome, my dr did such a great job. I am not as tall as you, I am only 5'3 and 105 lbs. The port is no bigger than a quarter. I got the Power injectable smart port CT. Its so tiny all you can see is the little scar. He also put the tube under my clavicle so it wouldnt be noticeable, that was my biggest worry. Although for about the first 2 weeks it was more noticeable because I was swollen and it was a foreign object. I also only do IVs once a year too but because of scarring in the veins it was getting harder to do PICCs. I really think you too will love your choice in getting a port. Hope all goes well!
 
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MissKitty

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I have a port and just got it almost 3 months ago. I love it and its not even noticeable at all! Its so awesome, my dr did such a great job. I am not as tall as you, I am only 5'3 and 105 lbs. The port is no bigger than a quarter. I got the Power injectable smart port CT. Its so tiny all you can see is the little scar. He also put the tube under my clavicle so it wouldnt be noticeable, that was my biggest worry. Although for about the first 2 weeks it was more noticeable because I was swollen and it was a foreign object. I also only do IVs once a year too but because of scarring in the veins it was getting harder to do PICCs. I really think you too will love your choice in getting a port. Hope all goes well!
 
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MissKitty

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I have a port and just got it almost 3 months ago. I love it and its not even noticeable at all! Its so awesome, my dr did such a great job. I am not as tall as you, I am only 5'3 and 105 lbs. The port is no bigger than a quarter. I got the Power injectable smart port CT. Its so tiny all you can see is the little scar. He also put the tube under my clavicle so it wouldnt be noticeable, that was my biggest worry. Although for about the first 2 weeks it was more noticeable because I was swollen and it was a foreign object. I also only do IVs once a year too but because of scarring in the veins it was getting harder to do PICCs. I really think you too will love your choice in getting a port. Hope all goes well!
 
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MissKitty

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I have a port and just got it almost 3 months ago. I love it and its not even noticeable at all! Its so awesome, my dr did such a great job. I am not as tall as you, I am only 5'3 and 105 lbs. The port is no bigger than a quarter. I got the Power injectable smart port CT. Its so tiny all you can see is the little scar. He also put the tube under my clavicle so it wouldnt be noticeable, that was my biggest worry. Although for about the first 2 weeks it was more noticeable because I was swollen and it was a foreign object. I also only do IVs once a year too but because of scarring in the veins it was getting harder to do PICCs. I really think you too will love your choice in getting a port. Hope all goes well!
 
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MissKitty

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Oh also, for me I had almost no bruise whatsoever, just swelling for a little while. The scar is about an inch long and at first was red and purple but now its a very light pink. I wore a strapless and the port site or scar wasnt even noticeable. <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
 
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MissKitty

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Oh also, for me I had almost no bruise whatsoever, just swelling for a little while. The scar is about an inch long and at first was red and purple but now its a very light pink. I wore a strapless and the port site or scar wasnt even noticeable. <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
 
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MissKitty

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Oh also, for me I had almost no bruise whatsoever, just swelling for a little while. The scar is about an inch long and at first was red and purple but now its a very light pink. I wore a strapless and the port site or scar wasnt even noticeable. <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
 
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MissKitty

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Oh also, for me I had almost no bruise whatsoever, just swelling for a little while. The scar is about an inch long and at first was red and purple but now its a very light pink. I wore a strapless and the port site or scar wasnt even noticeable. <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
 
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MissKitty

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Oh also, for me I had almost no bruise whatsoever, just swelling for a little while. The scar is about an inch long and at first was red and purple but now its a very light pink. I wore a strapless and the port site or scar wasnt even noticeable. <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
 
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JazzysMom

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If you do a search on this site you will find pictures of some.

I am very anxious about having a "3rd nipple" which is what I consider it.

I have been reassured by many many woman that its not as bad as some of the pics &/or my head is envisioning.

I am very thin so anything will show, but they come in different sizes including pediatric.

The smaller the port the less visible, but also the less it can handle from my understanding (dont quote me on that)

I also have been told that communication with the surgeon is key. Most care how it all affects us socially, emotionally etc. BUT if you dont address it with them, ask ??? etc then you will never know for sure!

Good Luck!
 
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JazzysMom

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If you do a search on this site you will find pictures of some.

I am very anxious about having a "3rd nipple" which is what I consider it.

I have been reassured by many many woman that its not as bad as some of the pics &/or my head is envisioning.

I am very thin so anything will show, but they come in different sizes including pediatric.

The smaller the port the less visible, but also the less it can handle from my understanding (dont quote me on that)

I also have been told that communication with the surgeon is key. Most care how it all affects us socially, emotionally etc. BUT if you dont address it with them, ask ??? etc then you will never know for sure!

Good Luck!
 
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JazzysMom

New member
If you do a search on this site you will find pictures of some.

I am very anxious about having a "3rd nipple" which is what I consider it.

I have been reassured by many many woman that its not as bad as some of the pics &/or my head is envisioning.

I am very thin so anything will show, but they come in different sizes including pediatric.

The smaller the port the less visible, but also the less it can handle from my understanding (dont quote me on that)

I also have been told that communication with the surgeon is key. Most care how it all affects us socially, emotionally etc. BUT if you dont address it with them, ask ??? etc then you will never know for sure!

Good Luck!
 
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JazzysMom

New member
If you do a search on this site you will find pictures of some.

I am very anxious about having a "3rd nipple" which is what I consider it.

I have been reassured by many many woman that its not as bad as some of the pics &/or my head is envisioning.

I am very thin so anything will show, but they come in different sizes including pediatric.

The smaller the port the less visible, but also the less it can handle from my understanding (dont quote me on that)

I also have been told that communication with the surgeon is key. Most care how it all affects us socially, emotionally etc. BUT if you dont address it with them, ask ??? etc then you will never know for sure!

Good Luck!
 
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JazzysMom

New member
If you do a search on this site you will find pictures of some.
<br />
<br />I am very anxious about having a "3rd nipple" which is what I consider it.
<br />
<br />I have been reassured by many many woman that its not as bad as some of the pics &/or my head is envisioning.
<br />
<br />I am very thin so anything will show, but they come in different sizes including pediatric.
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<br />The smaller the port the less visible, but also the less it can handle from my understanding (dont quote me on that)
<br />
<br />I also have been told that communication with the surgeon is key. Most care how it all affects us socially, emotionally etc. BUT if you dont address it with them, ask ??? etc then you will never know for sure!
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<br />Good Luck!
 
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