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I am terrified of the needle, an injection and I literally shake with fear at the prospect of having an injection. So, is there any kind of numbing/freezing cream/spray that can be put onto the "area" to be injected? Ta Muchly.
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I don't think a numbing spray would be much use as your fear seems to be based on anticipation rather than the usually painless reality. I have had quite a few injections and blood samples taken recently and I can honestly say that the worst pain was a slight sting whilst most of them were absolutely painless.
You've not said where the injection will be, Woodelf.
It's into your gum then, as Sandy says, it's quite common these days for dentists to use a pre-injection anaesthetic.
If it's elsewhere in your body, this link explains the options available. (It's from the website of the Great Ormond Street Children's hospital but, obviously, the same treatments must be available for adults):
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It's into your gum then, as Sandy says, it's quite common these days for dentists to use a pre-injection anaesthetic.
If it's elsewhere in your body, this link explains the options available. (It's from the website of the Great Ormond Street Children's hospital but, obviously, the same treatments must be available for adults):
http://
You might want to try some hypnotherapy.
I hate bloody needles- I once passed out when I went to give blood, all she did was prick my finger. Best thing I could suggest is look the other way and think of other things. I can just about manage it then. Good idea if you tell them in advance you are terrified, they are quite good at distration techniques.
I hate bloody needles- I once passed out when I went to give blood, all she did was prick my finger. Best thing I could suggest is look the other way and think of other things. I can just about manage it then. Good idea if you tell them in advance you are terrified, they are quite good at distration techniques.
Health professionals are very good at dealing with fear these days.
Tell them about it and if you have time, go to your doctor beforehand and explain the situation. They may give you a mild anti anxiety drug to take before you go. They may just calm your fears.
Honestly, if you tell them your worries when you get there they will do everything they can to make it easier for you. Don't be embarrassed or ashamed, they hear it every day.
Tell them about it and if you have time, go to your doctor beforehand and explain the situation. They may give you a mild anti anxiety drug to take before you go. They may just calm your fears.
Honestly, if you tell them your worries when you get there they will do everything they can to make it easier for you. Don't be embarrassed or ashamed, they hear it every day.
