Painful injection

[Annsandra13]

Just had my 5th injection that was so painful much like the last, I asked for more anaesthetic before hand and discussed the shock of the last, (the 3+prior were bearable given by a different consultant.)

The difference I think is the injection site, there are 4 possible quadrants I read and the bottom left side of my right eye is where these last 2 injections have been, the other 3 were on the top right quadrunt of the right eye.

Also the new consultant goes deeper with the 30g needle he says is for a better outcome, he feels this is always a very uncomfortable experience.

I did shout out during it which is most unlike me but didn’t go into shock as last time,

Today i woke with awful eyecpain and sensitivity to light, taking pain killers and hoping as the day goes on it will get easier, just feeling washed out today.

Thecconsultant says he may have hit a nerve and may try a different quadrunt next time.

But the good news is that the leakage on both eyes is reducing sp hopefully stabilising.

Worth the pain I’m sure! Anyone else had a similar experience?

[Hidden]

Hi annsandra13,

Commiserations on another painful inj. for me the painful ones were always those at the upper part, the lower much better, so opposite to you. I've had them hit a nerve and flinched and cried out ' oh'! but I guess they can't help it

It does seem strange though that your doc goes deeper. Surely with only topical anaesthetic it's bound to be painful?

I have implants now which do go in deep but get an anaesthetic injection as well as the drops and that makes a huge difference. I know some on here get the anaesthetic inj prior to antivegf inj so maybe you could ask your doc if you can too given how painful they are for you? It can't hurt to ask.

I have always taken 2 paracetamol about an hour before my inj and regularly after ( have the painkiller already in your system and keep it topped up though no more than 8 in 24 hrs).

Hope you find, if not pain free, then at least a happy medium that makes it bearable. Great that the inj are at least working for you. Best wishes going forward.

[Annsandra13 in reply to Hidden]

Thanks again for your helpful insight, I do think it is down to the technique of the person giving the njection.

I will ask about having a anaesthetic inj before the antivegf , I think my orginal consultant did this .

You mentioned you have had implants? At what stage did you have these, did you have Wet AMD?

I am feeling a lot brighter today, not much pain in the eye thankfully.

It’s always great to hear from you eyesright, such a comfort to receive your advice. Thanks again hoping you are feeling well.

Love Ann x

[Hidden in reply to Annsandra13]

Hi Ann, no I have brvo . The steroid implants ( on the 4 th after 23 lucentis/eyelea inj) dont work for wetmd I'm afraid. I'm fine thanks, on countdown to my cataract op 16/11. Eek!

[Annsandra13 in reply to Hidden]

Thanks again, good luck with you cataract op! It all seems ever ending doesn’t it?

We just have to be positive and live the good days.

kindest regards

Ann xx

[marianS]

Dear Annsandra13

,

I am sorry to learn of your painful experiences with injections, but at least you feel it is worth it.

Whilst most people suffer little pain or inconvenience, it can sometimes occur. You may find it helpful to read our Factsheet on our website:

macularsociety.org/sites/de...

alongside our Treatments booklet:

macularsociety.org/sites/de...

Injections for wet AMD are usually preceded by a topical anaesthetic ie drops, and implants of steroids are usually the treatment for other eye conditions (eg macular oedema or retinal vein occlusion) and not for wet AMD. I am sure your ophthalmologist would be pleased to address any concerns or question you have, or you are welcome to ring us to discuss any practical matters.

Just to make you aware, we are currently offering free 6 month membership. This is a good way to keep up with current developments and you can join by following this link:

macularsociety.org/6months

Please do not hesitate to contact us if we can be of any future help , either by email or ringing the Macular Society Helpline which is open 9am – 5pm Monday to Friday on 0300 3030 111.

Kind regards,

[Annsandra13 in reply to marianS]

Thankyou again for such great support.will join this week as I don’t know what we would all do without this platform.

Kindestvregards

Ann

[arwmd]

So sorry to hear this painful shot aftermath. Try cold compress over the eye.it really soothe mine.

[Annsandra13 in reply to arwmd]

Thanks Arwmd, I will try that so kind of you to post.

kindest regards, hoping all going well for you.

Ann

[arwmd]

You are most welcome . I hope it helps. Let me know if you get a chance.

[butterflies34]

I had bad pain and swelling after my first three injections. Then they found that I was allergic to iodine and so now use some other thing and things are much better. My problem now is that I suddenly have double vision in the eye that is being treated. I have been fitted with a prism and the double vision is stopped, but I am anxious now as to whether to have my next upcoming injection in that eye for the wet AMD. Any others had this experience I wonder?

[Annsandra13]

Thanks butterflies34: I have not had double vision I am sorry but think if you ring the Macularvhelp line they will advise are they are brilliant.

Hope all goes well for you. Try not to worry!

Kind regards

Ann

[Beldie]

Hi Annsandra

So sorry about the pain you've been having.

After 25 painful injections my routine is now this: I take a couple of co-codamol (prescribed for this purpose by my GP) one hour before the injection, always remind the injecting nurse-practitioner to dollop on lots of anaesthetic and, as an extra, put a little more on the precise injection point, clutch the attending nurse's hand and breathe deeply. Sometimes it maybe works a bit, but at least the pain is short-lived. I've recently had a couple of these injections while coping with shingles, so being off-colour can be a bit overwhelming. I hope your AMD will settle a little so that you can have your injections spaced out somewhat. Good luck for the future.

[Driveninsane72]

My specialist hits me with the numbing drops and then puts lidocaine on a q tip and I close my eye. My shots are always given in the lower right of my eye. If the lidocane isn't left on as long I will feel a twinge and I'm always sore for about 24 hours