I have not, but I give it. It is a big needle. We numb first with lidocaine.
Wishing you well!

I just received my second Zoladex injection last week. I iced for 5 minutes before each injection and didn't feel a thing. They rotate the side you receive it on each time.

Typically, my abdomen is tender the first 24 hours after receiving the injection. Wear an article of clothing with a loose fitting waist! After the first injection, I was a bit nauseated for a couple hours. But it subsided.

I have been tracking each day of the 28 day cycle that way I can see if there are any common side effects around specific days. So far, the second injection has been by far easier. I was VERY moody the first two weeks of my first injection. I also had a menstrual cycle exactly 14 days into my first shot. I read this can be common, but my doctor said I shouldn't have so we've done a blood draw to check my estrogen levels. Currently awaiting results.

I have had several hot flashes, but they only last about 30 seconds and don't really interrupt what I'm doing (whether it's sleeping, moving, or resting, etc.).

I'm hoping there aren't too many other side effects that are beyond what I'm currently experiencing, but I feel like once we add in the AI, all bets will be off!

Best of luck to you. 🩷