The injections have started...

[yllek1982]

So went in for my scan yesterday and womb lining was too thick so had to go in again today and they've said were ready to start the injections today. I'm PETRIFIED of needles so my husband is doing the injecting- I got myself in a right state but the first injection is now done. I can't say I'm looking forward to the remainder of them but keep thinking about why we are doing this and I know it has to be done and I really hope I get less upset with each injection. Feel so silly getting in such a state- my mums diabetic and has to inject everyday so I do feel silly getting all worked up but my body kind of takes over- I didn't faint though which is what normally happens with injections so I feel that's a positive. Does anyone else feel the same with injections? Anyone else just started with the injections?

[DrRebeccaChicot Administrator]

Dear yllek1982 - I'm so sorry to hear that you are having to face lots of injections whilst you have a strong fear of needles (on top of all the other emotions and anxieties you are going through). The good news is that over time most people with a phobia experience less and less fear and anxiety with each exposure to their fear.

You are in good hands with your husband and hopefully together you can get through this treatment and keep remembering why you are putting yourself through this unpleasant treatment.

Huge good luck in the coming days and weeks and let us know how you get on x

[yllek1982 in reply to DrRebeccaChicot]

Thank you! I passed out the other day when having to start the two needles together but I didn't pass out today so that's a plus. All seems to be going in the right direction with the scans etc so fingers crossed all keeps going well. Thanks so much for your response X

[DrRebeccaChicot Administrator in reply to yllek1982]

That's great news - it seems you might be getting less anxious about the jabs and the scans are showing good results which must make it feel worthwhile. Good luck!