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TuesdayCOPAXONE TIP #20
I had the same reaction when I started copaxone... I even
snapped a pic of the welt and sent it to Stan to post on the blog
because it had me worried.
It is a common side effect to the shot... (injection site reaction) over time your body grows used to the copaxone and the welts are not as noticeable. The pain is a little trickier... I've noticed (more than once) that if I inject at the wrong spot or (gawd forbid) into the muscle it hurts like a mother! As Jaycee likes to remind us... *deep masculine voice here ---->"keep a journal of your injections and note the good and bad spots"LOL Icingtheareaafterwardshelpsalotwiththepainandthewarmth as well as the welts. Make sure to mention the welt to you doctor at your next appt, just to be safe.... and you can call shared solutions @ 1-800-887-8100, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. (CT) to speak with a nurse. They can usually tell you if what is happening is a normal reaction or if you need to see your doctor. Hang in there Girl. ((((HUGS)))) Chelle Labels: Copaxone (glatiramer acetate) |