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Barbara H. · 07-08-2008, 06:16 PM

I have always used my port for mugas. Ports can handle the injections. I have to get them every six weeks. Like every test there is a margin for error. I highly suggest if your score drops below 50 to retest. Very occasionally the machines can be the problem.

CT scans are another issue. You do have to use a vein for them to get a good reading. Also there is more danger of damaging the port. Drink a lot of water for this test and insist that they inject the substance as slowly as possible. Otherwise, it feels like a hot iron on your hand if you have the kind of veins that I have.

I have heard that you can use power ports for CT scans. However, my port is currently working very well even after four years and I am not about to chance it.

If you have difficult veins I suggest that you always have the nurses that administer chemo access your port or place your IV.

Good luck,
Barbara H.

07-08-2008, 06:16 PM	#3
Barbara H. Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Newton, MA Posts: 951	tests I have always used my port for mugas. Ports can handle the injections. I have to get them every six weeks. Like every test there is a margin for error. I highly suggest if your score drops below 50 to retest. Very occasionally the machines can be the problem. CT scans are another issue. You do have to use a vein for them to get a good reading. Also there is more danger of damaging the port. Drink a lot of water for this test and insist that they inject the substance as slowly as possible. Otherwise, it feels like a hot iron on your hand if you have the kind of veins that I have. I have heard that you can use power ports for CT scans. However, my port is currently working very well even after four years and I am not about to chance it. If you have difficult veins I suggest that you always have the nurses that administer chemo access your port or place your IV. Good luck, Barbara H.