Intramuscular Injection

Inside the ThirdAge.com Medical Procedures Center you will find the latest news, research and information about the Intramuscular Injection procedure. You can research what it is, the reason it should be done, a description of how it is performed, what future procedures may need to be done based on the results and what complications you should be watching for.

What is Intramuscular Injection?


Alternate Names for Intramuscular Injection:
Injection, IM
Injection, intramuscular

An intramuscular (IM) injection is a shot. The needle goes into the muscle to deliver medicine.This is usually done by a doctor or nurse. Sometimes, your doctor may teach you to inject yourself. IM injections are deeper than subcutaneous injections (given under the skin).


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What Is
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Reasons For Intramuscular Injection
Reasons For
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Intramuscular Injection Complications
Complications
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Intramuscular Injection Details
What to Expect
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Intramuscular Injection Results
Results
What are the next steps and other possible tests needed after you have received the results.
When to Contact Doctor about Intramuscular Injection
Call Your Doctor
What to look out for and when to call your doctor after a procedure has been done.

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