I'm being started on Omalizumab/Xoliar this week. I've found lots of useful info/experience searching the previous threads about this, but I have just one question.
How much does it actually hurt? Can you compare it to something so I know what to expect? Is it like a blood test? Like an ABG? It would really help me to be prepared if I know what to expect - I find I can deal with pain much better if I have a good understanding of what it will feel like and how long it will last. I guess I'm just a bit concerned because my consultant's said it's going to sting, and doctors normally don't say that or say you won't feel much. If the doctor's saying it's going to hurt...
It's slightly stingy, but I found wriggling my toes and gritting my teeth worked. I had 8 jabs in total, and it didn't bruise once, and I didn't have an achey arm the next day either.
Hope that helps.
Em x
I have been on Xolair for about 18 months. The injection is given in the upper arm. The injection takes a while as it is quite thick. It has never hurt. Good luck.
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