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What can i expect for getting a shot for my migranes were will they do it in my arm or but lol they did it in my but the last time ugg so scared?

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Dr. Irving Harper answered

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Varies: Base on medication used. If they used a narcotic or anti NSAID drug like toradol, you would get a a shot in the buttocks. If they used a steroid or liquid antihistamine or even a numbing agent, they might have given it to you in a vein.

Answered 6/10/2014

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A member asked:

What can i expect for getting a shot for my migranes were will they do it in my arm or but lol they did it in my but the last time ugg so scared?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Irving Harper answered

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