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[Headoverheels]

Well today is a momentous day here. Have just received my Biologics for Eosinophilic asthma. Suddenly I feel extremely nervous. My first injection is due on Friday. I am shocked at how I am feeling...is this natural?

[JAmanda]

let us know how it goes!

[Headoverheels in reply to JAmanda]

Will do JAmanda ...

[Nanto4]

I have been told today i am being sent for a assessment to start injections , mixed feelings but if it makes life better ,good luck for Friday

[Headoverheels in reply to Nanto4]

Many thanks .....good luck with your assessment...yes very mixed feelings but after numerous inhalers etc it's the only direction we can go...E Asthma is so debilitating.

[Elly1970]

I felt nervous too, l suppose been labelled as "biological" sounds almost alien. I had my first 3 at the local hospital, they keep you for a time to monitor you and explain any queries - my first appointment was about an hour, ( make a list of things you'd like to ask, because if you're anything like me, nerves fog my brain and l forget want l want to ask).I now inject at home every 4 weeks without any issues but know that my asthma team is only a phone call away if needed.

Good luck 😊👍

[Headoverheels in reply to Elly1970]

Many thanks Elly1970 for your reassuring message. Yes I always have to make notes these days! My nagging worry is side effects. I shall be relieved when my first injection is over!

[Margerita]

I felt nervous before I started with Mepo but dont be it changed my life 😊 I have been on it for about three years now and it’s been amazing. I also self administer now and only have to attend clinic every eight weeks instead of every four. Embrace it it’s been brilliant for me good luck 👍

[Headoverheels]

Thank you Margerita for your good luck wishes. Three years? Wow that's a long time. I assume we will be on this medication for ever that's if it suits us. It's very reassuring to hear it's been brilliant for you!

[d2read]

you are just nervous about the potential impacts the drug may have. It's huge.

But for those of us who are successfully on biologics, remember we are the vanguard . We are leading everyone else in seeing how these new drugs can change lives for those with stubborn, constricting medical conditions.

[Headoverheels in reply to d2read]

Well said!