
Everyone's experience is different but mine so far, is that it's really not so bad! The first shot hurt like a mother and the side effects where present, though tolerable. I've only done 4 shots so far but for it to get so much better in such a short span of time gives me hope that this will just be a part of my routine, like they promised in the video. LOL.
I felt the side effects after the 2nd shot, and no side effects at all after the 3rd and 4th.
My tips to make it easier:
- Relax if possible. I try and lay back into my chair and take a few deep breaths if I get anxious right before. It really helps.
- Put on music that you like. It is distracting and somehow, mixing my Betaseron to the beat of my favorite song makes it less serious and takes the edge off.
- take 2 ibuprofen/advil 30 minutes before giving the injection
- use the icepack before or after if needed
- be sure to massage with the cotton ball afterward, it makes it feel a lot better to me.
I hope this is helpful![/list]