Lump after the shot, is it normal?

[DoseIRL709]

I think when a bump shows up, it probably means it went into the wrong spot, like not deep enough. Made me panic a little! Does that mean it won't work as well?

 

[FlannelGuy313]

It'll go away in a bit. Don't sweat it.

 

[The_King]

It shouldn't change how well it works.

Next time, try smoothing the area instead of pinching it. A steady surface works better.

 

[M_R_S_Health]

You're fine. Don't stress and absolutely do not inject a second dose or you'll be sorry!

 

[MrsFit]

I get those sometimes if the pen is cold. It disappears pretty quick so you should be good.

 

[S-T-P-72]

Totally normal. Happens to everyone once in a while.

 

[KelsKetoKlub]

I just massage the spot and it goes away faster.

 

[Stevie]

It probably just means it won't absorb like it should, so maybe the side effects will be different than what you're used to.

 

[DoseIRL709]

You're probably right!

 

[FlannelGuy313]

I just rub the spot gently after the shot; it helps a little, but it usually dissolves on its own.

 

[The_King]

That's completely normal, nothing to worry about.

 

[M_R_S_Health]

It could also be because there was some old scar tissue there from a previous injection. Next time, try to inject an inch or so away from that spot, about a month from now.

 

[MrsFit]

Are you in pain? Did it go away fast?

 

[S-T-P-72]

Rubbing it usually makes it disappear faster.

 

[DoseIRL709]

Okay good to know, thanks everybody!

 

[The_King]

Since we're on the subject of injections, does everyone know what to do with their used needles? It's super important to dispose of them correctly to protect sanitation workers and others.

 

[M_R_S_Health]

I use a sharps container. The manufacturer of my GLP-1 actually sends a free one with a prepaid return label for disposal. Check the company's website!

 

[MrsFit]

I got a sharps container from my pharmacy for like, five bucks. It's been a year and it's barely full!

 

[Stevie]

Also, what day does everyone inject? I'm starting next week and am wondering if there's a 'best' day to avoid side effects during the work week.

 

[FlannelGuy313]

I inject on Friday nights. That way, if I feel like garbage, it's mostly on the weekend. Some ppl get hit hard with fatigue.