Many different treatments require a person to inject medicine into him or herself. These injections include intramuscular (within the muscle) and subcutaneous (under the skin) injections.
Patient Advice
- Overall Rating
- 2
- average of all patients
- Pain
- Inconvenience
Preparation for a Self-Injection:
“Consider taking a class from a healthcare professional to learn the best techniques for self-injection.”
“The first injections are the hardest; after that, the fear completely disappears.”
After Self-Injection:
“Do not hesitate to ask your healthcare provider any questions.”
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