Ice block

[Nackapan]

You may already know this tip but for those that don't I want to share it.

I got pretty sore arms whilst having every other day I M hydroxocobalamin injections and one nasty bruise. I now take an ice block with me and if you hold it against your skin where the needle goes it really helps. Especially on warm days. It doesn't hurt either.

[e66--]

Thanks for that!

[wedgewood]

Thanks for that tip Nackapan . “Every Little helps “ as they say !

[bquoss]

Nackapan, some of us self-inject sub-cutaneously with smaller, finer needles. No bruising, almost no pain. Some believe that intra-muscular injections get more B12 into the body. I feel the same whether using SC or IM, so of course I go the way that is least painful, I've had to work with my pharmacist to find the easiest - 31 gauge, 6mm length. (Not everyone agrees on this SC vs IM matter.) I wish you more comfortable treatments.

[Nackapan in reply to bquoss]

Oh I realise that. The post was to give a tip for those that either have them Im at the surgery or choose to SI im at home. The warmer weather makes everyone a bit more susceptible to bruising . It works for me so just thought I'd share the tip as it's so simple. I'm glad you've found the way to suit you.