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A member asked:

The portacath is already placed on the opposite side but i feel it painful. it's my second cession today and i am worried about the following days?

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See your MD: If you are very slender, the skin area involved may be too tight. May also try cool or warm pack to area. Avoid trauma to area. Follow with a call and possible visit to your doctor who placed he portacath.

Dr Charles agreed

Answered 3/1/2015

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