Evenity injection site pain

Posted by neesie0159 @neesie0159, Oct 8, 2023

Last week I had my 3rd Evenity injections. The MA told me with the first ones that they don’t cause sore arms because they’re given subcutaneous instead of IM. I had them in the morning, by evening my arms were very painful and that lasted into the next day. When I called the rheumatology office for advice I was told this never happens. Right. Same experience the second shots, though slightly less pain. Last week I had a different MA give the injections and mentioned the arm pain, she said that shouldn’t happen. Very minimal pain that time until late afternoon, then I was strapping ice packs to my arms.
Has anyone else had injection site pain?

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vrgarden | @vrgarden | Oct 10, 2023

In reply to @normahorn "I think most of us know the difference between discomfort and PAIN." + (show)

I agree. With my 1st of injections, I had pain in my arms. I couldn't bear them to touch my sheets, so I couldn't sleep in bed. I had to sleep in a recliner with my arms across my chest. However, for me the 2nd and 3rd set of injections I had in my abdomen with minimal discomfort. What a difference--for me. Just sharing my experience in case it might help someone else.

neesie0159 | @neesie0159 | Oct 11, 2023

In reply to @normahorn "I think most of us know the difference between discomfort and PAIN." + (show)

Agreed, this went well beyond discomfort.

neesie0159 | @neesie0159 | Oct 11, 2023

In reply to @vrgarden "I agree. With my 1st of injections, I had pain in my arms. I couldn't bear..." + (show)

Thanks, I appreciate this. My only concern is that getting them in a different location will just cause the same amount of pain in that spot. I’ll definitely consider asking for them in the abdomen though.

vrgarden | @vrgarden | Oct 11, 2023

In reply to @neesie0159 "Thanks, I appreciate this. My only concern is that getting them in a different location will..." + (show)

I had the same concern, but took the chance. Fortunately, it turned out to be a good decision for me. If you decide to try the abdomen, let us know how it turns out for you. Best wishes!!!

thesandpiper | @thesandpiper | Aug 2 3:32pm

Had my first Evenity shots yesterday. The left arm injection was not a problem. The right arm injection burned somewhat and was uncomfortable. Today my left arm site has just a little redness, about an inch in diameter. My right arm injection site is hot to the touch, has a lump in it, and has redness about 1.75 inches in diameter. Go figure.

vrgarden | @vrgarden | Aug 3 9:24pm

In reply to @thesandpiper "Had my first Evenity shots yesterday. The left arm injection was not a problem. The right..." + (show)

I've posted this before, but saw your post and wanted to share. I received my 1st set of Evenity injections in my arms and they were extremely sore for several days (much better after a week). I decided to have my 2nd set in my abdomen--very little discomfort! It was so much better, I had sets 3-12 in my abdomen also. I was able to wear jeans and waisted clothes with no discomfort at all. No guarantee, but it's worth a try the next time. Let us know how it goes.