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How did you get used to shots? Starting next month
itβs one of those things you have to just do to get used to it. i suppose one thing that got me over the initial anxiety was watching videos of other people demonstrating how to give yourself shots, even if you already know how
Oh that makes sense, I donβt know how to but familiarity could make it better
I never did personally. Did just switch to a smaller needle with the most recent shot and it seems better at least (25G->27G). But the benefits of shots make it worth dealing with my discomfort with needles.
What benefits did you notice different between shots and your previous method that makes it worth it? Thank you for the needle tip
I only tried pills and they didn't really increase my E levels by much, although I could have tried just taking more pills. After switching to shots, in certain my levels rose a ton within a day or two based on how much my mood just suddenly improved (and don't think it was a placebo because I only noticed it because I was confused why my face hurt at the end of work before realizing it was the muscles used for smiling). Also have to take those like twice a day and I'm forgetful (although I was really good about not forgetting my meds when I took hrt pills). Due to my sensitive skin, I don't feel patches would be viable because I'd probably scratch them off. And gels just seemed messy.
But the biggest benefit for me is being able to stockpile. They assume you only use each vial 4 times, but as long as they don't get contaminated, you can use them far longer. If my state decides to get in the way of me getting new doses, it won't effect me for a while. Also means I could share if ever needed, but since I don't know any transfem eggs afaik (although I have my suspicions about a friend I rarely see)