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By Alaiyka Parvez Owner, CoLaz Aesthetics Clinic The short version A poorly placed or rushed B12 injection most often causes short-lived pain, bruising or a small lump that settles in a day or two

Here's an in-depth look at selecting the correct syringe size for B12 injections

The method of injection, which can be either intramuscular (IM) or subcutaneous (SC), determines the appropriate needle gauge and length

Your doctor may require regular blood tests to monitor your body's reaction to the injections

The most common B12 intramuscular injection sites are the following: The upper buttocks The provider inserts the needle into the outer and upper region of the muscle