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Hi there I have been here before

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I was diagnosed with type 2 about a year ago and first of all it was plain sailing...then my BG levels went skyhigh and although me and the Doctor tried everything they wouldn't come down. Someone here suggested I may really be type1...went to the specialist on Monday and yes, I am type 1 and on insulin.

So, now its a whole new ballgame I am learning...basically, this is probably a common refrain but...I'm finding the insulin pen HURTS I'm probably being a bit hesitant about it and it stings for a while afterwards...am I doing it wrong? I'm only sticking them in my stomach at the moment as the idea of anywhere else is making me feel queasy.
 
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Sorry to hear your news - but there are other people in similar circumstance who will try to help.

Some people find that Lantus stings and get on better with Levemir.

Also (I am sure you are doing this but just in case), don't keep your pen in the fridge, make sure that the insulin is at room temp. If you find that you miscalculated when you needed a new cartridge then rub your hands around the cartridge to speed up the process.

I sometimes get pain from a needle but not often. Have a word with your DSN as a different length needle may help.
 
Hi Lola. Glad they managed to properly diagnose you after so long.

As Margie says, it can sting now and then, especially if the site is a bit bruised.
It's very important to use a different place each time to avoid fatty tissue building up. That will wreck your control. If you're tense, it will hurt more too. I've never been a good injector but it does become normal after a while. I presume you're changing needle each time ?

Rob
 
Yeah I am changing needles, it is difficult though isn't it? Because ALL your instincts are screaming 'NO that will hurt don't do that!' and also, psychologically knowing its an INJECTION which is always a bad thing (usuallY) its all very strange.
 
:D It's probably harder when you're an adult due to enhanced psych reaction.

All I can say is, perservere and it will become easier. There's no point in sayign it's nothing, because you rightly point out, you're effectively breaking through your skin and leaving a small puddle of liquid up to 5 times a day. Not really what we evolved to do, but it keeps the ambulance away :D

Best thing would be to ask nursey for some advice (I could probably do worse than ask for some myself) on how to avoid bruising and becoming a bit bolder with it. Try doing it in front of other people, which invariably forces you to be brave and say things like "it's like brushing your teeth" and other lies !:D

Best of luck and don't get despondant.🙂

Rob
 
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