Used 18 gauge needle for Progesterone in Oil injection

[Amy1031]

This morning when I took my IM POI injection, I forgot to change the needle to the 22 gauge and used the 18 gauge to draw up the medicine and also inject. I am in a lot of pain.  I am worried about infection, and nerve damage as this needle is so big.  Anybody else ever done this or know someone who has?  I am so stressed over this.  Currently, I am 5 weeks pregnant after embryo transfer and want to make sure nothing bad happens.  I am measuring low on all my hormones and ultrasound, so doctors think I might miscarry.  Thanks.

[Twins0522]

Dear Amy, like atelier said, there is the tendency of being sore from using d wrong needle, but dat shld not av an impact on ur pregnancy. Am 5wks post Ivf, and av been experiencing on and off cramps. It has really weaken me as am normally an active person, bt my hubby reckons its telling me to wind down. Hp u feel better soon, Nd pls try not go worry, look for distracting measures. Goodluck

[Sanjivani Wanjari, MD]

HI,
Although infection, and nerve damage is a possibility with injections, the chances are very less. Hence you should not worry. It is natural that the use of a large bore needle will cause more pain and possibly inflammation. This can be managed with ice packs. It will certainly not affect your pregnancy. Consult your Doctor.
Hope this helps.