Auto-injector woes!

FitRoad

FitRoad

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Okay, so, I'm a HUGE baby when it comes to needles. Seriously, a finger prick is my limit.

I was on Mounjaro for, like, 7 months and had a few pens left over. I decided to try splitting them into smaller doses. I did my homework and bought an auto-injector pen, one of those that works with regular needle syringes, similar to the Mounjaro pen.

The first attempt went perfectly! No pain, and the pen worked great. But today, during my second shot, I got distracted and accidentally messed with the depth setting. It hurt way more than it should have, and now I have a little bubble under my skin that I, like an idiot, rubbed!

Google says DON'T rub! Now I'm kinda freaking out. Any advice or similar newbie experiences? I feel so dumb!
 
I'm not exactly sure what you mean by "messed with the depth setting," but I doubt it's anything serious.

Could it be that the needle didn't go in far enough? If so, the bubble is probably just fluid that's between skin layers instead of in the subcutaneous tissue. I'd just leave it alone. It'll probably leak a bit or get absorbed on its own.

Just my two cents, not a medical professional!
 
I bought the Owen Mumford Autoject 2. You twist the top to change the depth depending on the needle length, then add the syringe to use. I must have bumped it while I was prepping the shot.

Thanks for the reassurance! The little bump seems to be shrinking.
 
Oh, so it's not really a pen, but an auto-injector for syringes. Got it. I'm not familiar with those. Some pens have needles you supposedly can't even see.

I used to be terrified of needles but I'm getting over it. I hope someone has an answer for you!
 
It's not a silly question at all, PulseDonut36! Some people swear they feel a difference depending on the injection site. Some find the effects stronger if they inject in their stomach, others prefer the thigh. The most important thing is to rotate injection sites so you don't irritate any one spot too much.
 
From a medical perspective, consistency is key. While there may be anecdotal reports of differing effects based on injection site, absorption rates can vary slightly. Rotating sites within the same general area (abdomen or thigh) helps prevent localized reactions and ensures more consistent medication uptake. If you experience significant differences, consult with your doctor to determine the best approach for you.
 
I've only ever used my stomach for injections. Never even tried the thigh. I know some people feel sick if they use their stomach though. Different strokes, I guess!
 
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