Guest guest Posted October 13, 2005 Report Share Posted October 13, 2005 I had my medport placed in my chest this past May and am hoping to get a few years out of it. After years of IV's placed in the " normal " places and then anywhere they could find I graduated to EJ's in the neck and then chest lines. I've had the pic lines too which were great while in the hospital but a drag to use at home when trying to live a normal life. Countless nurses urged me to look into a port a cath and I discussed it with the pancreatitis clinic who ok'd the idea and I had my local general surgeon place it. It has been a lifesaver since I've been hospitalized 4 times since May. No question now when I go to an emergency room as to my condition. They see me quickly and so far, have had no problem accessing it. Hope everyone is having a good week. Sorry I haven't posted in a while but I read posts daily. My son is keeping me quite busy and he will be 1 in November. I am looking into having home health come in and take care of me when I am having an attack. Just have to get the protocol set by the clinic and the insurance company sees it saving them and us alot more money. It will also save me from shuffling from Grandma to Grandma. They are more than happy to come to the house now. I'm lucky to have such a supportive husband and family. Take care everyone. Judy Wakefield, VA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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