Bad veins is a problem
I have a port that has been in use for over 5 years.
But I have seen the infusion nurses try things such as wrapping the patient's arm in a warm towel or blanket. Holding the arm or vein area under warm water.
Not sure these efforts would work in your case.
You did not say what you are taking (or trying to take). Long term chemo also does affect our veins even if a port is used.
Can you try to take any of the drugs by mouth?? There are a number of newer ones that are in pill form.
Best of luck this time!
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