THANK YOU SO MUCH! I was doing my injections in my leg before this time, and it got to a point that I couldn’t even do it because I was so nervous every time. I just did my first every subcutaneous shot with the guidance of this video, and it helped me not only feel better anxiety wise but made me way more confident! This video is wonderful! Thank you again!
@halilibrahimkocoglu58992 жыл бұрын
Testosterone Propionate is soooo painful in the thigh. OUCH! 😖 How do you handle the pain ?
@staytuned2L3372 жыл бұрын
@@halilibrahimkocoglu5899 size of the needle may make a difference. I've been using my abdomen and sort of want to go for the thigh. It's weird though that I was more confident to begin with but now as I'm almost at a year and am getting more nervous each time =S
@valeriobertucci61592 жыл бұрын
@@halilibrahimkocoglu5899 i notice one thing in IM injection...little needle: if u move too much, more pain. Big needle: if u move, not so much pain. In subcoutaneus injections, try to put ice on skin for 1-2 minutes...You will notice anything....better: no pain at all that u must check if the needle is inside!
@dickfitswell34372 жыл бұрын
So you get to inject yourself. Ok, that's cool. I'm down with that. Wasn't even a IV user or anything. Just like needles. I figured they had to give it to you at the office each month
@giovannicarosa8819 Жыл бұрын
@@halilibrahimkocoglu5899 Test Prop is just painful no matter where you put it.
@tyleralv5 жыл бұрын
Only video I could find that includes an explanation of the pinching process. I was unsure of whether or not I should let go of my skin after the needle is in, and this video showed/explained the whole process clearly.
@janalawinterwing85894 жыл бұрын
Oddly, kzfaq.info/get/bejne/grSIgql8z7q0epc.html says to release the pinched skin before injecting, and it doesn't say to press firmly to get in an inch deep. I wish doctors had a more rigid standard on their methods.
@marcelminns64913 жыл бұрын
I have been injecting Testosterone for the past 6 years and this is new to me that you can do it subcutaneous instead of intramuscular. Very helpful.
@dennist.80183 жыл бұрын
yeah, but it's better to do a smaller dosage, like 0.1ml, and then daily. And even better use test propionate, because it acts faster and keeps other hormone levels in check. 0.5 ml is a big dosage for subq.
@Grandmas_Favorite3 жыл бұрын
Exactly… As long as you do it either every day or 4-5 times a week
@Killa-Kawalski2 жыл бұрын
Yes. Your spot on. Small daily or every other day .. Will keep from skyrocketing your bloods..
@frankslefttesticle32472 жыл бұрын
@@Grandmas_Favorite I do mine once a week
@wadestandish85662 жыл бұрын
@@dennist.8018 I’m going to try this. Wonder if this also helps keep blood pressure at bay?
@rachland6184 Жыл бұрын
Oh my goodness, I was very nervous about giving myself a shot in the stomach, but you completely made me comfortable doing so. Thank you so much!
@fallingheart333 жыл бұрын
You're the best! I've been confused for months and in just a few minutes of your explanation of how to administer self injections, I'm a thousand times more confident I'm doing it correct! Thank you!
@memento_mori60192 жыл бұрын
This is a fantastic tutorial and demonstration of subQ injections. Thank you for educating the public with this.
@aha11265 ай бұрын
This is the best advice video I could find! I have been doing injections in my thighs and it progressively got more difficult. Being able to watch you do it and copy the movements finally made me comfortable enough to do it in the stomach, thank you!
@XxThingsThatRawrxX4 жыл бұрын
I watched this video then watched it again as I did my first b12 injection for my deficiency. This made me feel so much less nervous thank you!
@darrendustin25502 жыл бұрын
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@TheJGVideoShow6 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this instructional video. Just switched from oral to injection methotrexate, and was very anxious about doing it myself even with the instructions provided to me in person. Your video helped alleviate my anxiety, and I helped me with my first injection. So, thank you! :-)
@Polyclinic6 жыл бұрын
Glad this was helpful for your injection. Dr. Hatfield is one of the best!
@Pluto-vn8tw3 жыл бұрын
Can i do subQ injection using testosterone?
@daverogers90382 жыл бұрын
@@Pluto-vn8tw He is demonstrating how to do SubQ testosterone injections. He was just using saline in his technique demonstration.
@richardwhitson4898 Жыл бұрын
Best video I've seen.. I've been so nervous.. even after 2 injections. You've eased my mind. Thank you!
@jacksonjackson65393 жыл бұрын
Thanks! This is very informative and clearly professional. I've been doing injections for about a year but this taught me a thing or two still.
@jeffgo86584 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Your video helped me overcome my fears and help my brother who undergoes hemodialysis to inject his erythropietin alpha.
@WDgallagher Жыл бұрын
What a helpful video after I received no info from the doctor or drug package itself. The pharmacist only gave me instruction after I asked for information. I will not got to CVS again. When you first get a diagnosis that you need twice daily shots, a calm teacher is very helpful. Thank you
@alanbarton773 Жыл бұрын
Thank you! As a visual learner, your vid was so easy to follow. I’ve dreaded switching over from cream, which just ran out. Watched 10+ vids and nothing gave me confidence. Came across you and did first injection witching 10 min of watching. Super easy! Super painless! Thank you so much!
@AnnabelleBot Жыл бұрын
Thank you. Finally feel confident and safe doing my estrogen shots all by myself.
@user-hv5ln3rm8f11 ай бұрын
I know there are dozens of comments like mine, but thank you for this video. It was my first time with a subQ injection, and I've been searching for tips, pieces of training, and advice from everywhere to try and prepare myself for it. Your video, combined with what my provider told me about it, helped immensely with giving me the confidence to do it myself. Despite dedicating hours of research to it, I never saw the tip about using the cap to make a target for the injection; honestly, that made me feel much safer doing it myself. Thank you for making this so approachable and easy to understand, whether for veteran subQ injectors, or first-timers!
@MissMeina10 ай бұрын
I was never told by my prescriber how to use needles so thank you so much
@dickfitswell34372 жыл бұрын
Damn what a well explained process and your bedside manner would probably be reflected upon this video and is likely top notch. No BS, just facts, what's wrong, what you're gonna do to help and some positive reinforcement. I wasn't expecting such professionalism to be honest nor did I expect to learn much. I knew a little about air in the needle but not how to perform some cool medical needle maneuvers. You did a really good job on this Doc
@kathaleenwood24263 жыл бұрын
Still nervous, but better prepared. Thank You very much for taking the time to do this video.
@JDWilliamsPD2 жыл бұрын
Before I administered my first shot, I feared it was going to be excruciatingly painful. I pushed the needle in expecting it to hurt, but instead I was shocked that I barely felt anything. My first thought was of the Wizard of Oz behind the curtain, all bark, no bite.
@christinaadams12354 жыл бұрын
You broke this down in way that anyone could follow... good work!
@TURTLEORIGINAL2 жыл бұрын
As perfect a technique as I've seen or been taught. Thank you, sir. My only critique: I never do anything with my other hand(Like opening up a bandaid) while you have an open needle in the other. I always place the spent needle syringe into the Sharps container first, before doing something, even as simple as peeling open a Bandaid. I do this to prevent accidentally sticking myself.
@AnusRipper-20002 жыл бұрын
No one asked
@BANANANAME4 жыл бұрын
Oh man, this was so helpful, thank you so much!!
@sarahdeason4932 жыл бұрын
Excellent .. I must begin B12 injections & this tutorial was much needed and helps with my fear of injections .
@aimlesslywanderinglife3808 Жыл бұрын
Wow hands up for the best freaking only thorough video on injections on the web…. Lol so long ago where was this last time I googled the same thing
@charlesp9681 Жыл бұрын
Did it tonight for the first time, following the instructions on this video. Thank you.
@baileesucks693 жыл бұрын
this is so informative! i start taking methotrexate by subcutaneous injection in 4 days and i needed a detailed explanation. loved the target trick, and not to put the needle all the way into the vial. overall great instructional video, much appreciated
@sneakybunny216511 ай бұрын
I'm going with my kid today to learn how to give them their T shot because they hate needles and haven't been able to work up the nerve to do it themselves lately. I'm nervous, but this was a very good introduction. Thank-you.
@LadyNoremon6 жыл бұрын
Thank-you for showing how to prep the needle! I've been given injectable Buscopan since the tablets are on shortage and I've been super anxious about air bubbles
@cameronmoney70845 жыл бұрын
Air bubbles is a myth. You would need about a needle full of air to do any harm. Damn i hate when people say that
@libertasautmors89954 жыл бұрын
@@cameronmoney7084 Too many movies. Hell, is there any positive stereotype in filmmaking?!
@janalawinterwing85894 жыл бұрын
@@libertasautmors8995 Movies always depict injecting air into a blood vein which can form an 'air embolism' which actually can be deadly or at least damage whatever has its blood supply cut off by the air bubble. Injecting a tiny amount of air into fat or muscle isn't generally a problem.
@libertasautmors89954 жыл бұрын
@@janalawinterwing8589 When did I say otherwise?
@davidkellymitchell47473 жыл бұрын
You would need a huge bubble going into a vein to be dangerous. This is injected into fat.
@rikinshah25304 жыл бұрын
Best detailed explanation of how and why this injection is done.
@369DivineOne6 ай бұрын
Thank you for this. My legs and my belly are sore and bruised from blood thinner injections. I’ve been doing it for 15 days and I still have 25 more to go. The last 2 bled and I wasn’t sure I was doing it right anymore. I’ll perfect my pinching technique with this video. ❤
@inmabika36382 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for the explanation. I was about to take my HCG shot and unfortunately, my sister who is a nurse is not around to do it for me. I have to do it at this hour and cant wait for someone to do it for me so I have to do it myself. I was able to do it with the help of this video. Thanks a lot.
@rickycarfan543 жыл бұрын
what is the difference between subcutaneous or intramuscolar injections in terms of absorption of the substance?
@awkaos10 ай бұрын
Best video on this subject I've seen.
@OhighOSkater2 жыл бұрын
Thanks coach. Put me in the game. I’m ready
@Tallinsafur2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Dr., Hat field! Excellent video
@zoedeng4 жыл бұрын
very professional !
@curtisanderson9731Ай бұрын
Great Video!!!! Can you go at 90 degree angle
@arleighdudar75924 жыл бұрын
Thorough and informative. Thank you!!!
@kevinfite92924 жыл бұрын
Dr Hatfield, very useful video that I'm actually referring patients to. By chance do you have a video demonstrating intramuscular injection of testosterone?
@avalonhome9134 жыл бұрын
Yes, But I am still trying to get it done! My videographer has been occupied by other things lately.-Kevin (responding from my gmail account)
@mattheww96564 жыл бұрын
Avalon Home That would be helpful - thank you.
@LeafFreedom Жыл бұрын
So as a TRT lifer and as someone who studies mycology, the drawing the air part bothers me because of random things floating in the air. I like to be working near a flow hood or a warm open oven in a pinch. I understand this is not feasible for most but I have done thousands of injections and have never had an infection, PIP, or any other discomfort using these methods.
@brandonsaeger2936 Жыл бұрын
Mycology is 100x more complicated and cleanly than injecting compounds
@JuiceMonger999 Жыл бұрын
What size needle was it
@lisawinston9369 Жыл бұрын
This has helped me a lot. Thank you
@avesaoirsepraesens35374 жыл бұрын
This is so perfect - thank you!
@DanielHunterUSA3 ай бұрын
I’m 52 and low energy and probably low T ,my question is do you have to inject every day ?
@PTinvest11 ай бұрын
Good practice, what's the booster supplement of the endocrine system
@GregoryKillian-uw8gcАй бұрын
What is the gauge of the injection needle?
@littlebeebs19 ай бұрын
Thank you so very much for this video! I am a female who is 46 years old and has low testosterone. The clinic I go to gave me subcutaneous injections the first couple of times. But they told me that when my testosterone arrives in the mail, I need to start doing it intramuscularly. They sent me home with four syringes to get through until mine arrives. They are the small 5/8 or less syringe. My boyfriend has given me the shots and he knows exactly the place to give the shot in the glue because I give him testosterone shots. For some reason, I have been getting very sore with the intramuscular injections. I already have sciatica and I don’t want to irritate those muscles anymore. Is there someway that I could obtain subcutaneous needles and do it subcutaneously instead? Mine will be testosterone cypionate in MCT oil. It is thinner than most, and that is exactly what they gave me subcutaneously in the clinic. So I am confused as why they are telling me I have to do it intramuscularly. I felt so much better when I did it subcutaneously. Sorry for the very long comment but I would appreciate a doctors opinion. the people at the clinic are difficult to reach now to ask any questions about it. I would actually choose another clinic if there were more places to go around here. They also gave me surprise charges that I wasn’t expecting. So now I have paid a fortune and I am about to receive something that I dread doing. I am prescribed a very small dose twice per week. thank you so very much!
@ashleyknight23443 жыл бұрын
That was very helpful. Thank you.
@tinakrepalina4 жыл бұрын
Very well explained from the start! Thank you doctor for this useful tutorial!
@GurpreetSingh-dz9ui4 жыл бұрын
Ghds Lola
@belen66032 жыл бұрын
Great video and lots of information. Thanks you
@Bejeweled05198 ай бұрын
What happens when you can't pinch an inch of skin? My skin is extremely... solid. It's not elastic at all, and every time I've attempted to do my shot, it hurts a lot no matter where I try to do it.
@nathanielcohen98902 жыл бұрын
yes, but when you only have one hand, what option do you have?
@atomicapplegrrr Жыл бұрын
Tysm
@Terminator0003 жыл бұрын
Hi doctor, Very good explanation!! But explain to us what needle are you using to draw testosterone? And what needle are you using to inject it ? This will be very helpful for a lot of people . in advance.
@stevealpe3 жыл бұрын
It’s in another video by the same guy mate. Here kzfaq.info/get/bejne/juCHpph9pr3VgJc.html
@georgeguevara62332 жыл бұрын
Thank you Doc… very informative🙏🏽🙏🏽
@aAaAAA-ppgg2 жыл бұрын
I recently broke my ankle and after surgery I was prescribed 30 shots for blood clots. I've done 10 with increasing difficulty, but now I just can't do it. The needle won't go in and I'm crying and I'm alone. I'm trying to think about happy things or the nurse who showed me how to do it, but nothing helps. I don't know what to do.
@sweetpower562 жыл бұрын
So is it best to go in from the side rather than direct towards your stomach?
@lisawhitt26072 жыл бұрын
I’ve had 2 injections and never had the dr use 3 alcohol wipes nor wait 5 seconds for the injections. I don’t understand why no one has mentioned the burning as it goes it and why I bruising and a knot at the injection site. It’s been 2 months and still feels really hard at injections site will they go away ?
@cfig819 ай бұрын
Great vid! 🔥 What is the size of the needles?
@veganmocha2 жыл бұрын
This was so helpful! Thank you!
@hammedkolawole28063 ай бұрын
For those that have less fat on their belly how would they take such injections since they don’t have enough skin to grasp.
@cjd52554 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this video. I was on Aimovig which I posted for ppl. Now dr sd great promise in Anjovy for migraines and getting listed for fibromyalgia. I wanted to assure I understood subcutaneous since this one is an actual needle. I'm not even 90 wet and 41 this yr. So finding spots..usually top of thigh. I'm thinking the pinch on the belly will help the brain not recognize the 🤯🤯🤔😅😅 I know I don't have to do all u did. I'm just here for proper depth and angle. Thank you Doctor!!! Blessings to you, staff and family at this time also! 💖🙏
@GOLDEN-GRAMS2 жыл бұрын
How effective is subq in the stomach for testosterone cypionate injections???
@thewhitematstudio Жыл бұрын
This was super helpful!
@GiGi-dd5cr Жыл бұрын
Is this the same subq technique for laennec?
@tigersoldier2232 жыл бұрын
ended up getting 5/16 needles instead of 5/8, would they still work?
@emberlite3 жыл бұрын
Quick question. If you switch to a smaller needle for the injection, doesn't that mean it holds less of the "extra" liquid and therefore you inject slightly more than the needed dose? Or is the needle just thinner and longer, but holds the same volume as the previous, larger needle?
@johnj39432 жыл бұрын
Did you ever say the angle of approach? 90? or 45?
@brandonsaeger2936 Жыл бұрын
90 if you have fat, 45 if you don't . Angled is never recommended but can be easily done
@KvartDGV Жыл бұрын
Can someone please tell me how long is testosterone detectable in urine injected subq ?
@maxwilder73063 жыл бұрын
Thank you!! This was very helpful.
@loriegreen88402 жыл бұрын
Wow, I have watched other videos regarding subq injections...but there were still details I didn't know. I never drew up the med & then backed the plunger down to draw the med from the tip/needle & I've also never pushed the plunger up to push out a drop. I give myself my T & E injections & no issue...I give my hubby his T injection & he always gets a little lump for about 2-3 days. Is an allergy to the compounding oil that's used - the typical reason for such a reaction? I use 18g for drawing & 27g for injection. I was told by other bhrt users that a 31 g needle would eliminate his lumps from occurring... could this be an issue?
@brianlee6768 Жыл бұрын
Can I use 3/8 needle I'm skinny
@koroborok2719 Жыл бұрын
Can I do this even if my testosterone C say IM use only?
@steveazusa Жыл бұрын
I just do it in glute i never feel it like 95% of the time once in great while I'll get a pinch and i use 1½ inch 25 gauge
@jamesjdm2 жыл бұрын
That was a fancy way of saying, just the tip 😂 Seriously though, this video has helped me greatly, thank you!
@nandogomes34983 жыл бұрын
How big is that nidle are you injecting? Looks tiny them the 25g 5/8
@kirschmckinney53472 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this ❤️
@dickfitswell34372 жыл бұрын
Do some people really try the one handed un-capping of a hypodermic needle? If so, stay away from them.
@juicer404 Жыл бұрын
what angle u going in? 45?
@stevezodiac60255 жыл бұрын
Recently I began using DHE45 SubQ because I can't get midrin anymore and the DHE45 IM injections are more painful. The SubQ injections cause quite a bit of itching around my belly after 24 hours but with no redness. Using the DHE IM in my thighs causes only bruising. Any ideas or suggestions? Topical lidocaine or benadryl doesn't help. thnx
@AmitKumar-vx1hb3 жыл бұрын
My body is shaking after seeing that he is injecte himself
@DeanHynd2 жыл бұрын
Been doing subq belly shots for a while now.. I done one as normal on Tuesday (2 days ago) and today there's a painful swollen area of injection site. There's no redness or warmth tho, but very painful. Do you recommend doing my next shot on the other side and see if the same thing happens? If so, what would be your recommendation? Thanks
@finnneedshelp66532 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!!!
@poposisa6 жыл бұрын
I am very skinny! it is really hard. First time even the nurse hit my muscle (my pressure went low; with cimzia) Now I have to do it myself
@HotRoute72 жыл бұрын
Same here, just did it myself first time today and passed out shortly after 🤯
@sebastianmoradi4311 Жыл бұрын
THANK YOU
@jeremiemoisan44134 жыл бұрын
hi doctor...im at my third injection of dupixent..first one i was supervised by a pharmacist second on i did around my bellybutton and it made a litle bump that lasted for about 10 seconds...third on i redid it on my hip and did a litle bump again but for about 3sec...is it normal? i weigh only 120 pounds its hard to find fat on my body....is it because its not deep enough?
@drstefanis7 жыл бұрын
why do we count to five? to make sure the drug is fully disposed?
@kevinhatfield81627 жыл бұрын
Counting to 5 before withdrawing the needle allows the just injected medicine to disperse into the body and then less will leak back out from the puncture site. A little leakage is still normal.
@AZSilverbug4 жыл бұрын
Why go in at an angle... if you want to go deeper than the 5/8ths needle?
@avalonhome9134 жыл бұрын
If you are skinny and you enter the skin at 90 degrees you might have the needle touch the belly muscle underneath and this may hurt more and could cause more bruising as well. If you have an easy time pinching up ample belly fat . . the angle of the needle entry is much less important. -Kevin Hatfield, MD
@GeorgeKnew4 жыл бұрын
@@avalonhome913 thanks... are you a Sub-Q guy or a IM guy?
@AZSilverbug4 жыл бұрын
@@avalonhome913 Thanks! I have some belly fat... not much... think I might go to a IM injection in my deltoids instead.
@freedomchannel36564 жыл бұрын
I'm about the doctors size, I pinch an inch and inject with 1/2" Needle .5" works for me and gets into the fatty tissue
@abdullahalnassar1494 Жыл бұрын
Can i get sustanon 250 subcutaneous
@kylewoodward70783 жыл бұрын
For some reason the DOC reminds me of herb off of 2 and a half men..lol..great video
@frankgell692 жыл бұрын
So I've been doing the Sub-Q in the tummy area and I love it it works great with test. My question is can I also put tren & Deca in there or should I keep that intramuscular?
@sticklebacketienne2 жыл бұрын
definitely keep that IM.
@brandonsaeger2936 Жыл бұрын
I inject deca eq test masteron all subq or im. Makes no difference
@jayjaysantos60254 жыл бұрын
Do we still need to aspirate if subcutaneous injections, please reply thanks
@janalawinterwing85894 жыл бұрын
Not according to kzfaq.info/get/bejne/brOAl9pela7GhJs.html and you'll also notice Dr. Hatfield doesn't aspirate.
@avalonhome9134 жыл бұрын
You generally do not need to aspirate in the belly fay. The vessels are too small to worry about. Muscle injections are a different story. -Kevin Hatfield, MD
@MrCarmalt834 жыл бұрын
I nicked a vessel the other week and I went very light headed and dizzy this was in my belly fat so you can still get it in there so be careful still. I pull back now just to check.
@HotRoute72 жыл бұрын
Did this for the first time today, a little closer to the belly button and passed out shortly after 🙈🙊 I’m a lean guy with not much fat/flub to pinch. Anybody else have a first time experience go not so smoothly?
@miamianz2 жыл бұрын
can this go into the butt area upper region ? got no fat in belly and im freaked out about injecting legs muscles. omg that needle is small the one i got was for an elephant.
@brandonsaeger2936 Жыл бұрын
Yeah you can hit your tie in muscle. I prefer glute over all
@rpdrpd41533 жыл бұрын
Thanks Doc. I’ve been doing sub-Q injections into my belly, 1/2 cc a week for the last 4 months alternating sides. I e started to develop little lumps that i can feel under the skin where I injected. Any idea what they are ? Nervous to keep injecting in those spots. Thank you.
@keianao63692 жыл бұрын
Same thing is happening with my partner, we are going to try to rotate injection sites, I'm nervous as I administer his shots (tinzaparin). But the thigh seems like a good place to start as it's almost as fatty as the stomach as well. I would recommend that, as that is what his doctor had told us to do since he started developing the lumps in the stomach injection site. I believe you just do it at a 45° angle instead of 90° on the stomach area. I would maybe call your local health line as well if you need anymore advice, that's what I'm doing tomorrow for the first rotation!
@ENigma-es7td4 жыл бұрын
What are the name of these syringes? All of the insulin ones i am seeing have a fixed needle that cant be changed
@avalonhome9134 жыл бұрын
BD brand 'Luer-Lock" syringe. Very good quality!
@manny634323 жыл бұрын
Extremely easy to understand video, thank you very much.
@josephevans57852 жыл бұрын
Thanks, just one question. I currently already get a monthly injection in the abdomen (Sublocade) which forms a small knot naturally, and releases the medication slowly. So I already alternate between areas. Is it ok to be injecting this in the abdomen as well?
@jasonsmith2301 Жыл бұрын
I also get sublocade in my stomach and wondering the same. What did you find out? Thanks!
@chasepatterson20364 жыл бұрын
Thank you, this was incredibly helpful! ive had issues in the past where IM injections resulted in a fait bit of leakage. Is Z-tracking necessary for subQ injections or is that not common problem for this site and technique? Regards, Chase Patterson