myrnalu Posted January 14, 2006 Share Posted January 14, 2006 one more chemo and 3 more radiation treatments to go. then the scary scans with the dye.Horrible veins,dont want to get stuck more than once and nervous about the results and what ever comes next. need coaching guys. Marie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted January 14, 2006 Share Posted January 14, 2006 You've been tuff so far and come such a long ways....don't fade now I know it is scary...but think only positive thoughts....we're on you shoulder. Results will be GREAT....I feel it!!!!!!!! jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joanie55 Posted January 14, 2006 Share Posted January 14, 2006 We're all here for you, every step. If I got throught this stuff, I know you can too and believe me, there is light at the end of the tunnel. I'm just at the point that my hair is starting to look almost cute. Go get em. Joan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasey Posted January 14, 2006 Share Posted January 14, 2006 Hey Marie, I don't like getting 'stuck' either and I have the tiniest veins ever. BUT.....if that is the worst thing we have to deal with....we are LUCKY indeed. Hang in there! We've all done - sure you can too!!! Kasey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.C. Posted January 14, 2006 Share Posted January 14, 2006 Marie, I have big veins, and they always make a mess, so it is not the size of the vein but the accuracy of the vampire that counts. Hang on it will be soon done with. Wishing you the best. Hugs Jackie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted January 15, 2006 Share Posted January 15, 2006 I know the anxiety that you feel. Just think of it as part of the process of you getting better. Prayers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowflake Posted January 15, 2006 Share Posted January 15, 2006 I hate getting stuck and the techs can never find a vein. They also tell my husband to stay in the waiting room when he stands to go in with me.... Well, hubby goes in with me and then I ask for a nurse. If they ignore me, my itty bitty husband basically demands one... It ain't fun, I'm out of treatment and on to scans every four months and I DREAD the needles more than anything else I had to go through. I'm a big baby... Bottom line, ask nicely for a nurse, and don't let them bully you out of it. Becky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myrnalu Posted January 15, 2006 Author Share Posted January 15, 2006 believe me when I say theres no bigger baby than me when it comes to needles.Only because they never seem to find a vein the first time.I get paranoid every time I have to get one. Marie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slinaresholz Posted January 15, 2006 Share Posted January 15, 2006 Best of luck on your scans! Sharon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginnyde Posted January 15, 2006 Share Posted January 15, 2006 Marie, my husband always looked like a poster baby for bandaids, they could never find a vein. People told us to ask for (no, demand) an IV nurse, they have the best shot at hitting the vein the first time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.C. Posted January 15, 2006 Share Posted January 15, 2006 Marie, Could they give you something to take previous to the needle to help the anxiety. A hot wet towel on the spot for the needle helps prepare the vein for an easier finding. Best wishes. Jackie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura Ann Posted January 15, 2006 Share Posted January 15, 2006 I was watching TV the other day and I can't even remember why this was said, but the tip was,that when getting a shot or having a needle put in, if you cough just prior to the insertation of the needle you will feel no pain. I know don't if it works, but it might be worth trying. I would make sure and tell the nurse/tech what you are going to do before the procedure so that they are expecting the cough. I've been thinking about you. You seem like a sweet and gentle person. Hope everythng works out for the best. Laura Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cindi o'h Posted January 15, 2006 Share Posted January 15, 2006 Oh Marie.. Like jimben said, you have come a long way! I remember the feelings you are having right now. I was just tired and worn out from the whole process. The feeling of "I don't want to do this anymore" is not uncommon. You're almost there. If you want to cry, cry. If you want to pout, pout. Then when Monday comes, get to your appointments and tell everyone you can think of how you are feeling or felt. Who knows? These feelings may have left you by then. We are rooting for you! You are doing a good job! Cindi o'h Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nancy B Posted January 15, 2006 Share Posted January 15, 2006 Hi Marie, I know how you feel. My veins are junk also. My last MRI had to be stopped because after 6 tries they couldn't get the contrast injected. I made an appointment with my chemo nurse to put in a line, tape it up and then I went over to finish the MRI. Chemo nurses are used to bad veins all day, every day. I was also told to drink lots of water before hand, that may help. Just hang in there and it will be over before you know it. When they have to stick me more than once I don't hesitate to cry if I feel like it. Hugs, Nancy B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hollyanne Posted January 16, 2006 Share Posted January 16, 2006 Marie - I'll be thinking about you! If you are going to keep going with "needle type" treatment (i.e. chemo, multiple scans, etc) - you may want to consider getting a port. It was the BEST thing that my mom did....the fear of needles (her veins were terrible) was greater than anything she encountered. Once we got the port, those fears went away. I have faith that your results will be positive. All my love, Holly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myrnalu Posted January 16, 2006 Author Share Posted January 16, 2006 I have a port but for some reason they say they cant use it for the dye?I thought they could.It is great for the chemo tho,and thats a great idea of getting the chemo nurse to put in a line.Thank you so much.fantastic idea. Marie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hollyanne Posted January 16, 2006 Share Posted January 16, 2006 Hi - They should be able to use it for the dye...at least they did for my mom. Sometimes if you have to get a scan somewhere other than where they do chemo, etc -- they don't have a tech who knows how to use the huber needle (needed for the port) -- yet if the scan is at the same place you get chemo -- DEFINITELY have a nurse come do it. Your veins are the last thing you should have to worry about. XOXOXOX, Holly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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