The dreaded portacath
Hi this is my very first blog. Bout to start the next phase of my journey - portacath on Tuesday and Chemo the following Wed. Bit worried about the portacath trying to read up about it and get heaps ...
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Welcome to BCNA. I found this network a wonderful support during my treatment. It can be a very difficult time and finding lots of people who know exactly what it feels like can really help.
I did not have a portacath but have heard nothing but good things from people who have had them. People talk about them being a 'best friend' that helps to make the chemo easier. I had 18 weeks of Chemo (3 x FEC, 3 x Docetaxel) which finished 19 September this year. It was not as bad as I thought it might be and I actually had a few good weeks in amongst the not so good ones.
Just take it one step at a time, rest when you need to and make the most of the good days. Let others help and get support from everywhere you can. We are here to listen, for advice and to help in any way we can.
Take care and let us know how you go. Deanne xxx