First HCG shot today

[streeter]

OK first let me say I was impressed with myself I only stared at the needle for about 8 seconds then went at it like a pro. The shot didn't hurt at all didn't even feel the needle to my relief. So Just when I was thinking this is gonna be cake about ten minutes after the injection I felt a small stinging at the site. This sting wasn't that bad not like a bee sting maybe like a ant bite it lasted about a good 45 minutes. Is this normal? Is it the HCG stinging or just the injection site itself?

I am thinking this was my first HCG shot and maybe my body just has to nut up and I won't notice it. Also I have been on Test Cyp 210mg e10d for 30 days so 3 injections so far. Now Do you think the 250iu 2xweek will start the boys up or do I need to kick start them at first. I am thinking just stay with the 250 2xw and they should hopefully start firing on all cylinders?

[streeter]

Oh Yea I am pretty sure I did it right but would just like clarification. I mixed 5ml water with the 5000iu powder that makes 1000iu per ml so I used the insulin needle to draw out .25cc which I think it is also .25ml it goes up to 100 on the syringe that should be 250iu correct?

[subnet]

Oh Yea I am pretty sure I did it right but would just like clarification. I mixed 5ml water with the 5000iu powder that makes 1000iu per ml so I used the insulin needle to draw out .25cc which I think it is also .25ml it goes up to 100 on the syringe that should be 250iu correct?

yep!

you are using insulin pins correct? Yes, I remember experiencing a stinging sensation before, but not normally - wouldn't worry about it unless you get a rash etc. Pretty soon, all injections will be 'old hat' and you won't even think of the steps required - it'll just take a few minutes and you'll be done with them. As far as HCG dosage, I would hesitate to do any front-loading just to make sure you don't damage anything. Be patient and you should hopefully see/feel changes in a week or two...

[jimmyjones]

I'm on 250IU/ED (Novarel) and on day 9. I noticed that sometimes the injections sting afterwards, other times they don't. Starting to get a couple zits on my face which is very unusual for me.

[pittbulldad]

what was the location of the shot?

[streeter]

what was the location of the shot?

The location was in the belly fat. I gave myself my second HCG injection with no sting so I guess it was just because I had never had one I was overly sensitive to it...? So far so good. Tomorrow is day 8 since last Test Cyp and I don't get another one till Monday day ten. I think the HCG has helped I feel OK of course my wife thinks it's all in my head

Subnet yes I am using insulin pins. Sorry I didn't reply sooner.

[Epic Ed]

Depending on how long you've been on TRT I would shock the balls with a jump start. In particular, if you've had noticeable testicular atrophy then an initial dose of 1500iu's or so would be a good start and then go with 250 - 500 iu's 2x EW.

[zaggahamma]

Depending on how long you've been on TRT I would shock the balls with a jump start. In particular, if you've had noticeable testicular atrophy then an initial dose of 1500iu's or so would be a good start and then go with 250 - 500 iu's 2x EW.

anyone else second this?

[Epic Ed]

IMO the "jolt" dose would be unnecessary if you're on hCG from the beginning or nearly beginning and your testicles haven't had any significant atrophy yet.

[zaggahamma]

IMO the "jolt" dose would be unnecessary if you're on hCG from the beginning or nearly beginning and your testicles haven't had any significant atrophy yet.

ok i wanna hear opinions on the jolt theory if on for a while and the grapehood has come into play