@sallyvic I've had wetl macular degeneration for 3 years and get a monthly shot and sometimes 2 shots in a month. I have it in both eyes, with one eye worse than the other. I had no one to talk to and was mortified. But, I was fortunate to find a great doctor who explained thoroughly all the questions I had. I have to say, it's not my favorite thing to do, but the eye is thoroughly numb during the injection and I haven't had any side effects. The consequences of not taking the shot is not how I want to live. I don't want to have serious regrets because I was afraid, or because it's a lifetime commitment. Best wishes with your decision.