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Insulin Injection
I am type 2 Diabetic
My GP has decided that the tablet medication is not proving satisfactory
So later in the week I will be on insulin injections (one a day)
I cannot say that I am welcoming this!
Has anyone experience or suggestions about this?
Thanks 👍 Gordon
Answers
Your surgery will probably have a diabetes nurse who will guide you through the process. The needle used is very small and just goes under the skin. The abdominal area is the easiest place to self inject. If you are needle phobic you could ask about patches but you might be too early in treatment for this.
As others have mentioned, it really is quite straightforward and easy to get used to. The injection is nothing like an injection you will have had at the doctors. Instead you'll have a box of pens, depending on your dose each one lasts a week or two, loaded with insulin. You pop a plastic attachment on the end which contains a tiny needle and with a small push against the skin, a bit like clicking a ball point pen, its all done.