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StephN · 06-05-2005, 10:59 PM

Hi Linda -
You do not need a port just for Herceptin.

I kept my port in and still use the same one for almost 5 years now. Since I have only the veins in my left arm that can be used for needle sticks, I decided to save those veins for things like injections of contrast when I have scans and MRIs (and those are pretty often!). Those few veins will be needed for a long time so I am careful with them!

Good luck in your quest for more Herceptin.

06-05-2005, 10:59 PM	#3
StephN Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Misty woods of WA State Posts: 4,128	Hi Linda - You do not need a port just for Herceptin. I kept my port in and still use the same one for almost 5 years now. Since I have only the veins in my left arm that can be used for needle sticks, I decided to save those veins for things like injections of contrast when I have scans and MRIs (and those are pretty often!). Those few veins will be needed for a long time so I am careful with them! Good luck in your quest for more Herceptin.