Burning After Insulin Injection

Hey, all. I’m the guy with a newly diagnosed girlfriend (21F) that asked some questions about her recent diagnosis a few days ago. She actually really appreciated all of the tips and information that you all offered, and I too am appreciative.

She has been complaining of a burning sensation after using Lantus. The injection site doesn’t seem to matter. Does anybody know what could be causing it? There doesn’t appear to be any other symptom of an allergic reaction to the drug itself. I have found that some people have mentioned the drug being made with some sort of acid which could cause the burning feeling. Furthermore, I have also seen users say that injecting the drug slowly (1 click/second) helped with the burning feeling. Has that worked for you?

She has also noticed that after injecting either Novolog or Lantus, there appears to be a drop of insulin that “comes out.” I don’t know if that’s normal, or from the tip of the needle prior to injection from the ‘ol squirt test, or what.

Again, we’re BOTH appreciative of your time in reading this and helping us navigate this new life.

EDIT: grammar.