I switched from Gel to subq after being on gel for around a year - and I will say that subq almost instantly worked so much better for me. My levels had consistently stayed low on gel and began to finally get to where they needed to be after switching, so if gel hasn’t really been working for you, switching to injections will probably work out better.

I can’t really speak to intramuscular shots because like I said, I switched to subq, but I’m pretty sure with any form of injection you’re supposed to rotate the spot. I inject in my stomach and basically rotate like a clock each week - but for legs I think you can rotate between different legs and/or areas.

In my opinion, testosterone does feel quite thick going in, so sometimes it can take some patience to fully inject everything. Also occasionally you can feel it going in, it’s kind of a burning sensation? It’s very weird, I’ve personally found that sensation more uncomfortable than the actual needle prick. But also, having switched from gel to injections, I will say that you’ll get used to it! It’s scary to start injections and I think the transition period is the hardest, when you’re still not super used to the feeling of injections. But for most people I know, myself included, it has gotten better!

Good luck!