There are actually 2 scars on my chest. The implantation scar is about an inch long,horizontal, flat and fading. It is pretty innocuous. The removal scar is just slightly offset from the implantation …

How to Talk to Your Doctor About the Scar from Your Port Placement for Chemotherapy Treatments. My port was placed by an interventional radiologist who I knew would do a great …

My port was removed in November 2021. I have a round lump where it was removed which is sensitive to the touch. Might be scar tissue, unless they didn't get it out all the way.

Aug 30, 2016 · Some Cons of a Port: 1. One More Procedure, One More Scar. Once the port is removed, you will have a small scar as a reminder of where your port was inserted. 2. It Looks …

Jan 31, 2023 · Mechanical issues: Some things can keep your chemo port from working properly (like if the catheter moves out of place). Scarring: Chemo port surgery will likely leave a small …

Aug 19, 2024 · Here are five things to know about ports if you’re considering chemotherapy, which can involve the use of a port to administer treatment. 1. What is a port, and why would …

Jul 28, 2024 · This article delves into the causes of chemotherapy port scars, how to care for them, and the treatment options available to minimize their appearance. What is a …

Upper extremity port placement should be further explored as an alternative approach for patients with breast cancer to improve port scar consciousness. Keywords: Chemotherapy for breast …

Aug 1, 2024 · Cancer patients may get a chemo port for easier delivery of chemotherapy medications during treatment. Learn about placement, types and why they’re used.

Nov 15, 2021 · Amy Black, a tattoo artist based in Richmond, Virginia, is known for her mastectomy and, more recently, her chemo port scar tattoos. Breast cancer survivor Jessica …