Question 1

i had a picc line in upper right arm for 7 weeks. since removal my arm, shoulder, and neck hurt. it's worse in the evening. what could cause this!

Accepted Answer

Venous thrombosis: I would be concerned about clotting in the venous system where the picc line was located. You should see your doctor and an ultrasound of the venous system would be the first imaging study to consider.

Question 2

what?is ?a picc line?

Accepted Answer

A PICC line is : A peripherally inserted central catheter and is a form of intravenous access that can be used for a prolonged period of time (e.g. For long chemotherapy regimens, extended antibiotic therapy, or total parenteral nutrition).

Question 3

how long is a picc line?

Accepted Answer

Varies: The Picc line travels from the point of insertion to the mid chest, so the length depends on the size of the person and the site of entry.

Question 4

can you swim with a picc line in?

Accepted Answer

Not good to do. : High risk of infection!

Question 5

is the picc line a risky thing to do?

Accepted Answer

Safety of PICC line: Peripherally inserted central venous catheter (picc) is safe when it is inserted by an experienced operator. An x-ray should always be done to confirm proper location of a picc. Rarely, a  catheter may be inserted into an artery instead of a vein in an infant and major complications may develop. There is also a small risk infection if the catheter stays in place for many weeks.

Question 6

how long could i keep my picc line site?

Accepted Answer

Many months: If catheter needed and no infection.

Question 7

what is the definition or description of: picc line?

Accepted Answer

IV: A picc line is a peripherally inserted central catheter.  It is a long IV that is typically placed in a large vein in the upper arm.  The tip of the catheter usually ends in the junction between a large vein (superior vena cava) and the upper chamber of the heart on the right side (right atrium).  Picc lines are necessary for administering certain medications and allow for blood draws.

Question 8

what if a patient rips out his picc line?

Accepted Answer

Replace if needed: Unless a person injures themselves by tearing the skin or superficial vein, and as long as the person did not break off a portion of the catheter leaving some of it internally, then nothing. Cost & time & small risks of replacing it if it is still needed.

Question 9

what does "ir" stand for in "ir picc line insertion"?

Accepted Answer

At our: hospital, ir refers to Interventional Radiology. So the order is for the picc to be placed by the Interventional Radiology team.

Question 10

can you drink and eat ok when you have a picc line in?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The picc line is for delivering medications that are needed over an extended period of time and should not interfere with eating and drinking.

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I had a picc line in upper right arm for 7 weeks. since removal my arm, shoulder, and neck hurt. it's worse in the evening. what could cause this!

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What?is ?a picc line?

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How long is a picc line?

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Can you swim with a picc line in?

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Is the picc line a risky thing to do?

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How long could i keep my picc line site?

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What is the definition or description of: picc line?

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What if a patient rips out his picc line?

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What does "ir" stand for in "ir picc line insertion"?

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Can you drink and eat ok when you have a picc line in?

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