Are fills painful, the needle looks like a freakin straw?

I dont think they are. you will be fine.

This has just been my experience, and by no means is it supposed ot represent the norm. My first fill HURT! The Dr had a hard time finding the port, and had to stick me with a needle twice. I ended up with a huge bruise (bigger than the size og a half-dollar). It ended up being too tight and I had to go back three days later for an unfill, and he had to put the needle back through the bruise. That hurt so bad I actually screamed.

I just got refilled this past week, and honestly, it didn't hurt nearly as bad as the first (two) time.

I have had two fills thus far and both were quick and painless. The doctor gives you a local anesthetic and you really don't feel a thing. I am no fan of needles so I usually look up at the ceiling while they are doing it and that works for me.

I think it depends on all of the circumstances. I only had one that was painful because the port kept eluding the doc :biggrin: - but the other 4 or 5 were just a poke that lasts a moment. (no anesthetic for any of them)

Brad

I had my first fill Friday June 11, for my birthday! I was so nervous my bp was up to 170s, all for nothing. It didnt hurt at all(numbing meds) and only lasted about 20 seconds At the most. Of course its not nearly enough(3cc), need another but not until Sept 20!

Did you hear the "pop" as they pulled the needle out? Mine did it both time and I think that is my favorite part.

Did you hear the "pop" as they pulled the needle out? Mine did it both time and I think that is my favorite part.

I was too nervous to hear anything, although I did hear the Fluid going in which sounded weird. I was so scared when they pulled the 3'' needle out(it looked that long)but it was a breeze.

My first fill the Doc had problems finding my port as well. The poking around with her finger was FAR more painful than the insertion. I get no pain med or numbing and consider it less painful than a flu shot.