phobia of needles

I have to do IVs on myself and I struggled with this for a while.

One thing that helped me was focusing on something relaxing, then thinking about doing the IV and going back to the relaxing thoughts when my stress level started going up. I progressed with this to watching someone use the same medication that I need online, as well people injecting drugs (faster videos, so I didn't have to skip over the long prep). I then did this holding a needle with the cap on and imagining doing the IV, and continued this when I actually had to do it.

Since you're not doing this yourself though - you don't need to get to the point where you have to watch it!

When you arrive, don't be shy about letting people know your needs. If you want to know every single little step tell them this ahead of time. If thinking about something completely different helps you, tell them so, so they aren't giving you details that will make it worse. Maybe quiet so you can put your focus where you want it is what you want, or you might want a nurse talking to you about a specific topic.

Think about possible aids as well. I'm not sure what they will allow. Many health care settings restrict scents, but you might be able to bring a scented lip balm that you find soothing and open the lid during the procedure. Ask about music if that's something that will help you.

You can also ask about a medication that can help you relax. I don't know if this will be allowed, but it doesn't hurt to find out! Do this ahead of time, as some take a period of time to start working and they may ask you to try it out ahead of time to see if you react poorly or not.

Oh another thing that helps me is planning something fun after. It doesn't have to be big, especially if you think you're going to be feeling raw after.

An edible treat, a movie at home, a book, a planned phonecall with a friend so you know they are free are some quieter ones.

A shopping trip, a good meal at a restaurant are more outgoing ones if you think that's something that will help.

Thank you. I was able to listen to music but i am really hating the hospital. i have to stay in the hospital for quite sometime and this scares me. Needles are gonna be something i need to get used to but i dont think i will be able to get used to them so easily.

yeah im trying to but they monitor everything. Which means i cant do anything. Which makes me feel horrible.

The doctors that will be doing it are specially trained to do that. You have nothing to worry about. Don't think about it as much as you can.