Where should insulin be injected?
Insulin works best when injected into the fat layer just beneath the skin. Some areas of the body to use include the abdomen (except a 2-inch circle around your belly button), thighs (top and outer parts), and backs of the upper arms. It is important to use the same insulin injection sites, but not the same exact spot, to avoid the buildup of lumps or scar tissue. Where you inject insulin can affect how rapidly it works. Before you begin taking insulin be sure you understand how to prepare and inject insulin, and how fast it may work. Talk with your healthcare provider about where you should inject insulin.
Insulin works best when injected into the fat layer just beneath the skin. Some areas of the body to use include the abdomen (except a 2-inch circle around your belly button), thighs (top and outer parts), and the backs of the upper arms. It is important to use the same injection sites, but not the same exact spot, to avoid the buildup of lumps or scar tissue. Where you inject insulin can affect how fast it works. Before you begin taking insulin, be sure you understand how to prepare and inject it and how fast it will work. Talk with your doctor or diabetes care team about where you should inject insulin.
