Subcutaneous Shots Made Simple
Had to give myself a subcutaneous injection for the first time, and honestly, it was way less scary than I thought. If you’re in the same boat, here’s what helped me keep it stress-free:
🔸 Lay out everything you need first—meds, syringe, alcohol wipes, gauze, and a safe container for the needle. Having it all within reach makes things way easier.
🔸 Double-check your medication and dose. It’s easy to mix things up, so take a second to read the label and make sure you’ve got the right stuff.
🔸 Clean the injection spot with an alcohol wipe and let it dry. Rotate your injection sites to avoid soreness or hard spots.
🔸 Pinch the skin, insert the needle at a 90-degree angle (or 45 if you’re lean), and push the plunger slowly. Don’t rush it—steady wins here.
Afterwards, just press some gauze on the spot and toss the needle in a safe container. Not as intimidating as it sounds!
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