Can You Get Your Port Wet? Understanding Safety Guidelines for Bathing, Swimming, and Hygiene
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According to the Cleveland Clinic, about 1 in 3 people experience issues with their implanted ports, with infection being the most common complication. Knowing when it is safe to get your port wet is a crucial part of minimizing this risk and maintaining proper hygiene, as the guidelines change depending on the port's healing stage and whether it is actively accessed.