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Skin scarring from insulin injections

I’ve noticed I’ve been developing what I think is scarring on one of my thighs. I think it’s from insulin injections, as that’s the most common site I’ve been using lately.
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I've switched to the smaller pen needles but never thought about injecting in my thigh it's been a rough road trust me I wish you the best if my A1C would get below 6 i would feel better plus lose weight.
RockerDad · M
@TheOnlyTribalChiefRomanReigns I’ve found that the thigh hurts less. Also, I have tiny needles. Use regular syringes, not a pen.
You know that you need to mix it up so that you're not injecting into the same place all the time.

Give your thighs a break and monitor the issue for a while.

Are you possibly scratching the area in your sleep??? That could be another issue.
RockerDad · M
@HootyTheNightOwl it could be. It does itch some. So far it’s only on one side. I usually alternate thighs
IPmyPants · 41-45, M
Try giving yourself your insulin injections in the abdomen area.
Keep Moving the next injection at least a half inch from last injection site.
Have you considered an insulin injection pump?
RockerDad · M
@IPmyPants I’m type 2, and only take one long acting insulin injection daily.
ABCDEF7 · M
Try it areas recommended near navel, or between biceps and shoulder. Watch videos by doctors for exact areas.
markinkansas · 61-69, M
i am glad i got it mostly under control by diet.. my diet sucks. keto and short fast
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RockerDad · M
@ToddpicogramakaSatan ummm, thanks for sharing that?

 
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