Does injection site make a difference?

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Hoekey
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Does injection site make a difference?

Post by Hoekey »

Curious to know if any one out there knows if it makes a difference if you inject your progesterone in your thigh muscle instead of your butt. This is my fourth cycle and I have never had this issue but I ran in to it today. My husband is out of town and my daughter (17) was supposed to give me my shot but she has to work late. So, I gave myself the shot in my thigh. I know they recommend the butt because it is the largest muscle but the thigh muscle is pretty big too. Just wondering, probably stupid question, if it makes a difference for absorption. It hurt a little more of course, and I am sure my leg will be sore tomorrow but I can handle that as long as it doesn't interfere with my progesterone levels. If any has any knowledge about this it would be great to know, Dr.s office is already closed so couldn't call them.
Me 37, DH 38 Morphology
2 DD from previous marriage 14 & 17
IVF #1 w/ ICSI 6/07= BFN
IVF #2 w/ ICSI 10/07= BFN
FET #1 1/08= BFP but MC @ 8 weeks
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TammyS
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Re: Does injection site make a difference?

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Thighs are fine...but yes, it hurts more. I'm not sure I could do it. You're a brave woman. lol :wink:
Me~42/DH~48
3 IUI
IVF 1~1.28.08 Zach
IVF 2~4.5.10 M/C
IVF 3~8.6.10 BFN
IVF 4~9.5.10 M/C
IVF 5~10.30.10 BFN
IVF 6~11.29.10 M/C
IVF 7~2.3.11 M/C
IVF 8~Cancelled
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Re: Does injection site make a difference?

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Hey, I remember you! So glad to see you back again! :D
Me~42/DH~48
3 IUI
IVF 1~1.28.08 Zach
IVF 2~4.5.10 M/C
IVF 3~8.6.10 BFN
IVF 4~9.5.10 M/C
IVF 5~10.30.10 BFN
IVF 6~11.29.10 M/C
IVF 7~2.3.11 M/C
IVF 8~Cancelled
End of the road

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