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Susan Rankin · 06-23-2006, 01:57 PM

Hi,

My oncologist recommended I leave the port in for two years following treatment. It does not bother me at all and I think I will have to go in once a month to have it flushed. I pray I will not need it again but it would be nice to already have it in place if treatment is needed.

Susan

06-23-2006, 01:57 PM	#8
Susan Rankin Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Concord, NC Posts: 30	Leaving Port In Or Take Out After Herceptin Hi, My oncologist recommended I leave the port in for two years following treatment. It does not bother me at all and I think I will have to go in once a month to have it flushed. I pray I will not need it again but it would be nice to already have it in place if treatment is needed. Susan