Postby Tupelo honey » Fri Jul 21, 2017 9:37 pm
betsydoglover wrote:I did 6 rounds of oxaliplatin without a port. We decided that if I had to do more we would get a port.
My only side effect from IV oxy was a stiff, tingly arm after infusion - only lasted a few days and didn't hinder my daily life.
Remember , you can always start with IV and switch to a port if you need to. (My husband had a PICC line for another reason - total PIA and I don't recommend it.)
Take care,
I had the same experience described above. Finished all my rounds by IV. Numb tingly funny arm for a few days after each infusion. Although I disliked the sensation,due to a family history of blood clots, I was glad to avoid a port. All effects were temporary and faded after a few days.
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