I have a doctor’s appointment coming up, and I’m feeling a bit anxious about it. Specifically, I’m nervous about getting injections. Can anyone share their experiences with getting injections, and maybe offer some tips on how to make the process less intimidating? I’d appreciate any advice or encouragement you can provide. Thanks in advance!
I wouldn’t be too concerned. I always injected my follistim straight from the fridge without letting it come to room temperature, and I never heated the injection site. I was never instructed to do so and I believe those steps are more for comfort. It’s always best to follow instructions, but I wouldn’t stress about it for the times you didn’t.
Both of those options are designed for comfort and won’t affect how effective they are. You’re all set! 
I refrained from engaging in those activities for a total of four retrievals.
When it comes to my stims, I simply take them out, dose up, clean with an alcohol pad, and then inject. I hardly feel anything with these injections, unlike Lovenox which always stings.