How to manage bruising after injecting?

Mild bruising after injecting your medication is common. It typically occurs when the needle punctures a small blood vessel under the skin.

Here are some tips to minimise bruising and make injections smoother:

Tips for smoother injections

Change your injection site each time
Rotate between different areas of your abdomen, thighs, or upper arms.
Inject slightly away from the belly button
Some people bruise more easily near the centre of the abdomen. Try injecting further out.
Flatten, don’t pinch, your skin.
Make the skin flat at the injection site. Avoid pinching unless specifically advised.
Inject at a 90° angle
Insert the needle straight in to reduce tissue trauma and discomfort.
Use an ice pack
Apply ice to the injection site for 30 seconds before injecting. This can numb the skin, reduce pain, and lower the risk of bruising.

If bruising continues or you have any concerns, please submit a request. We are here to support you throughout your treatment.