Search
Search titles only
By:
Search titles only
By:
Home
Forums
New posts
Search forums
What's new
New posts
New profile posts
Latest activity
Members
Current visitors
New profile posts
Search profile posts
Log in
Register
Search
Search titles only
By:
Search titles only
By:
New posts
Search forums
Menu
Install the app
Install
Reply to Thread
Guest, we'd love to know what you think about the forum! Take the
Diabetes Forum Survey 2024 »
Home
Forums
Diabetes Discussion
Type 1 Diabetes
First ever insulin injection - please help!
JavaScript is disabled. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding.
You are using an out of date browser. It may not display this or other websites correctly.
You should upgrade or use an
alternative browser
.
Message
<blockquote data-quote="Michelle6557" data-source="post: 1598596" data-attributes="member: 188099"><p>After initially being diagnosed with Type 2, I was then diagnosed type 1 two years ago. I was told it was a very unusual slow burning type which meant that I have been able to avoid all medication until now by following a strict low carb diet. This changed very suddenly a few weeks ago when almost overnight my blood sugar readings spiked and have never come back down. Anyway, long story cut short... I was put on ABASAGLAR insulin today and took my first ever shot tonight. Just 2 units a day for now because I’m slim and they think I may be highly Insulin sensitive. I did what I was told and injected at a 90° angle (I think) and held the needle in place for 10 seconds. When I removed the needle there was a big blob of blood and I have to say it really hurt! It bruised instantly and I have a nasty red puncture site! I also noticed that when I did the airshot I could tell really see anything coming out. Can some of you experts, please help me with some tips!? Am feeling a bit s*** Thanks a lot.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Michelle6557, post: 1598596, member: 188099"] After initially being diagnosed with Type 2, I was then diagnosed type 1 two years ago. I was told it was a very unusual slow burning type which meant that I have been able to avoid all medication until now by following a strict low carb diet. This changed very suddenly a few weeks ago when almost overnight my blood sugar readings spiked and have never come back down. Anyway, long story cut short... I was put on ABASAGLAR insulin today and took my first ever shot tonight. Just 2 units a day for now because I’m slim and they think I may be highly Insulin sensitive. I did what I was told and injected at a 90° angle (I think) and held the needle in place for 10 seconds. When I removed the needle there was a big blob of blood and I have to say it really hurt! It bruised instantly and I have a nasty red puncture site! I also noticed that when I did the airshot I could tell really see anything coming out. Can some of you experts, please help me with some tips!? Am feeling a bit s*** Thanks a lot. [/QUOTE]
Verification
Post Reply
Home
Forums
Diabetes Discussion
Type 1 Diabetes
First ever insulin injection - please help!
Top
Bottom
Find support, ask questions and share your experiences. Ad free.
Join the community »
This site uses cookies. By continuing to use this site, you are agreeing to our use of cookies.
Accept
Learn More.…