The Short Answer: Don't Overdo It. Taking the manufacturer's recommended dosage of aspirin and acetaminophen together for a short time has not be shown to cause organ damage. Aspirin and acetaminophen can be taken alone at higher doses without causing damage.
What Is a Port-a-Cath? A port-a-cath is an IV (intravenous) catheter that is placed under the skin in a patient who requires frequent administration of chemotherapy, blood transfusions, antibiotics, intravenous feeding, or blood draws.
The parts of your port. An implanted port is made up of 2 parts: the port with a septum and a catheter (see Figure 1). The port is the starting point of fluid flow through the catheter. It sits under your skin and has a raised center, called a septum. The septum is made from a self-sealing rubber material.