Goserelin (Zoladex)

Bekky

I received 1st Zoladex injection last week and it didn’t hurt at all, injection into abdomen no problem, must less uncomfortable than so many procedures we’ve already been through!! No side effects I’ve noticed as yet , all ok

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Thank you for getting back to me Tr06. My body has overreacted to all treatments so far so will see how it goes. Thank you for calming my nerves! 
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Tr06, Right, I had my first one on Friday there. I read up online and ended up trying out Emla cream. It was amazing!! I didn’t have any dressings though and as my husband had picked it up from the pharmacy for me, due to me shielding I couldn’t get a suitable one so ended up wrapping myself in cling film!!! It did the trick though! I felt a tiny bit of pain when the (massive) needle went in but it was fine! I would recommend to anybody reading this about to have it for the first time to try Emla. The nurse asked me as soon as I walked in the door if I had used it and I said it had after reading about it online. I watched a fab video online (Cancerwithasmile - How to apply Emla for jag implants) really helped me. 
Thank you. Xx

Bekky

Great, so pleased you managed ok and yes Emla sounds like it worked a treat for you, well done and sure you’ll not be as nervous when the next one due

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Hi Bekki

i have taken zoladex for a year now.  Never needed any creams to numb  .  It’s over in seconds.  I’m not a fan of needles so I don’t look .  It can sometimes sting but (for me) that’s it.  If possible, ask the nurse to pinch a bit fat/skin.  It might help .

Good luck with everything x 

Thank you Tr06 and 11rolo for getting back to me. I was a bit concerned when I saw the size of the needle! It was fine though. I was so worried about it but after chemo, it was nothing. I have plenty for them to pinch with my mum tum so will ask!! Thank you both. Xxx