Lumbar Epidural Steroid Injection- 51 Questions Answered

Hey Doc, My Mother's CRP Level Is 10.37. So Doctor Suggest To Do Epidural Steroid Injection. Is that safe ? How does long an epidural steroid injection last ? What are the side effects ? Is one injection enough for lifetime ? How much time it take to work ? Should we go for this ? Please answer 🙏

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Dr. S.V.GowtamOrthopedic surgeon | Sirsi

6-12 months One injection not enough If you share the details can decide whether to for it or no ... Read More

My father is suffering from lower back pain and MRI report shows l4/l5 stenosis.Doctor advised that he may need to take Lumbar epidural injection. Does it cure the pain completely and what is side effect of it. Should he go for that injection. What is ur take on it? Please advice.

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Hey Doc, My Mom Is Having Severe Pain At Back So We Consult With A Doctor & They Suggest To Perform Epidural Steroid Injection. I Want To Know That Is That Safe ? And How Many Injections Need ? And How Often Need This Procedure ? Is One Injection Enough For Lifetime ? Please Answer.

Asked for Male, 19 Years 305 Views v

Dr. SarathGeneral Physician | Rajahmundry

First we need to know what is causing pain. They we can make decisions on treatment ... Read More

My wife has got mild disk bulge and moderate disc degeneration as per her MRI report in her lower back due to wrong posture during exercise. She has been prescribed Epidural steroid injection. My concern is that she is diabetic. Is there any alternative cure apart from injection and hospitalization.

Asked for Male, 43 Years 2142 Views v

Dr. Hardik BhangdeOrthopedic surgeon | Mumbai

When it comes to spine problems, it is important to know what complaints the patient has. Just an MRI report is not enough. But if I were to just go by your MRI report, the problem in her spine does n ... Read More

I m a mother of 2 kids, 4.5 yrs and 1.5 yrs old.. Had c section on 7.6.2019.. When 37th weeks of pregnant, I had steroid injection..Now I am suffering from severe back ache since 2018.. It is diagnosed as annular disc bulge at l4-l5 impinging on neural foreman and central disc bulge at l5-S1 , mild syrinx from D7 to D11. I m going through terrible

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Asked for Female, 32 Years 458 Views v

Dr. Shantanu JainOrtho surgeon | Indore

You can go ahead with ESI .. that will give relief from pain ... Read More

My mom has had sciatica for almost 5 months now. She has been taking medicines but nothing has worked. What is the average cost of injection and how many times will she have to take the injection?

Asked for Male, 25 Years 570 Views v

Dr. Sharat GargNeurosurgeon | Greater Noida

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Average cost differs in different centres, normally pain relief from epidural for a sciatica will last for a few months and if pain recurs after that it has to be repeated. ... Read More

It will cure the disc bulge? medication like (nervmax sr,altraday,etox mr...) not worked. mri report said L4+L5 disk bulge. neck also bilateral pressure,c3,c4 disk degeneartion. is it good option to take that injection before trying surgery one doctor advised...

Asked for Male, 19 Years 749 Views v

Dr. Chinmay GhaisasOrthopedist | Pune

Will need a detailed evaluation and look at reports. Many discs can be treated without operation ... Read More

Have been advised epidural corticosteroid injections for chronic sciatica, pinched nerve leg pain for 8 months. Are there any risks of taking these injections?

Asked for Male, 42 Years 904 Views v

Dr. Hardik BhangdeOrthopedic surgeon | Mumbai

Hi Epidural steroid injections are not like Oral or Intravenous steroids. They do not circulate in the whole body...they just act on the affected part of the spine. Oral/intravenous steroids can cause ... Read More

Is epidural injection given in normal or caesarean section? Is it safe or does it have any short/long-term effects

Asked for Female, 31 Years 252 Views v

Dr. Vijaya GuptaGynecologist | Chandigarh

In both Safe No long term side effects ... Read More

Suggested treatment are 3 epidural steroids injections two weeks apart or lumbar microscopic disectomy. Need opinion on risk in both and a second opinion on the suggested treatment.

Asked for Female, 29 Years 154 Views v

Dr. Apoorva KumarNeurosurgeon | Lucknow

will need detailed mri report and history for further planning ... Read More

Please let me know, is it recommended to Take Steroid Injections at 30 weeks of pregnancy to mature baby lungs incase if having Premature Delivery. As I am having Septate Uterus, so Stephen Hospital Doctor recommend to get steroid injection due to above stated.

Asked for Female, 30 Years 298 Views v

Dr. D AnushaGynecologist/Obstetrician | Guntur

yes it is recommended for lung maturity of the baby ... Read More

I was given a single dexona 2ml injection which I think equals to 8 mg dexamethasone with other Diarrhoea meds such as firaxygyl and lomofen.. I am a pre diabetec .. can that single dexona injection supress my immune system and cause me to get infections? Or a single injection of this much dose doesn't interfere with cortisol? Please answer thanks

Asked for Male, 31 Years 173 Views v

Dr. Anmol KudalGeneral Physician | Nashik

Single dose won't interfere with cortisol level and don't affect HPA axis ... Read More

I am 8th months pregnant...I would like to go for epidural delivery but I had my X ray before for my bone related issue which states sacralisation of L5 vertebra with mild lumbar spondylosis. Is it safe to have epidural in this case?

Asked for Female, 33 Years 105 Views v

Dr. Neha SanghviGynecologist | Mumbai

Take anaesthetic opinion ... Read More

Want to know that how long meta dec injection effects stays in body As I took 3 dosages of meta dec infection in year 2020 Also do hiv test is altered because of meta dec (steriod) injection which I took earlier? does it give falsely negative hiv results because of steriod injection (made me immunosuppressed) ? Do metadec injection suppressed immun

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Asked for Female, 25 Years 158 Views v

Dr. V R TindwaniFamily Physician | Ahmedabad

This is different steroid This is called anabolic steroid This has absolutely no effect on immune system, and doesn't make you immune suppressant , will not interfere with HIV testing ... Read More

I have taken 2 steroid injections ( tricort 40mg and dexadran 8mg) for urticaria 3 years ago. Will it cause any problems in future.

Asked for Female, 27 Years 175 Views v

Dr. Shivanu MathonDermatologist | Ludhiana

Consult online for further treatment ... Read More

I am 34 weeks pregnant. My pregnancy is ivf conceived pregnancy. due to ivf, doctors are expecting my baby before time because i have grade 4 endometriosis and adenomyosis. so they gave me steroid injection at 28th week and after 24 hrs on the same week (two injections). Then again steroid was given on 33 week. Now they are saying steroid injection

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Asked for Female, 31 Years 543 Views v

Dr. Lavina BatraGynecologist/Obstetrician | Pune

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Its safe ... Read More

How much does intralesional injection for steroid cost , per injection ? What are the possible side effects ?

Asked for Male, 38 Years 911 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.NarasimhaluDermatologist | Chennai

Depends on the number and size.. for detailed information do direct online consultation with photos ... Read More

What is total approx cost for this?(in rupees) i want to know..kindly give me a idea...little urgent.

Asked for Male, 19 Years 795 Views v

Dr. Pavankumar RaviOrthopedist | Vijayawada

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Varies from place to place. Get it done at a place you trust. ... Read More

Hi, I have TMJ arthralgia and I am already on conservative treatment since 2 months. Dr has advised steroid injection in the joint now. I want to know if it's safe to take it? Any side effects? I am going to travel in next 2 weeks out of India. Please advise.

Asked for Female, 34 Years 115 Views v

Dr. Puneet KansalDentist | Meerut

Go ahead ... Read More

30th week pregnancy of my wife is going. At the time of conceiving through IUI treatment, Dr. advised for ANC Steroid injection and Vaginal anti fungal preparations at 28th week but not have done. Please advise what to do now?

Asked for Male, 36 Years 126 Views v

Dr. Dyuti NavadiaGynecologist/Obstetrician | Pune

Is she having any preterm labour pain? Or any hypertension issue? Any abortions before this pregnancy? ... Read More

Is it safe to take injection as hydrochloride or hydrocortisone for nerve blocking near by liver area for nerve pain,??how muchbit is effective??any side effects about it... kindly advise...!

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Do steroid injections that are given for keloid treatment cause weight gain ? My dermatologist has suggested injections but i am worried if they will cause any side effects.

Asked for Male, 28 Years 390 Views v

Dr. Jyoti GuptaDermatologist | Delhi

It entirely depends on the total dosage, the interval between session and mode of injection. usually, intralesional injection in a limited number of keloid by dermatologist do not create any side effe ... Read More

For my delivery doctor gave epidural injection. More than 3 yr past. Still have bad back pain. Specially during rainy and winter season. Can't stand or lie down for long time. What to do ? Whome to consult?

Asked for Female, 28 Years 326 Views v

Dr. Dewangan SunilJoint Replacement Surgeon | Raipur

Ortho And it's not due to injection ... Read More

Does epidural hurts? Is normal delivery good or with epidural it's good???????pls let me know which one to opt?

Asked for Female, 24 Years 190 Views v

Dr. Astha AgarwalGynecologist/Obstetrician | Ghaziabad

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Epidural analgesia is the procedure which is being carried as the painless delivery option at many big hospitals these days... there are risk associated with epidural analgesia itself but at a good Ce ... Read More

Hi. i want to take epidural for my delivery. is it painless? does it have any side effects?

Asked for Female, 28 Years 173 Views v

Dr. Anu JosephObstetrician | Bangalore

It's a good way to reduce pain..usually no side effects ... Read More

Hello, I'm Jorgina Farouk from San Pablo City. I consulted my skin condition (vitiligo) to your clinic in San Pablo where you advised me to have injections. I am now ready to undergo such treatment, however you only are available during Saturdays in SPC. I want to go to your clinic in Marikina by booking an appointment. Thanks.

Asked for Female, 24 Years 52 Views v

Dr. Sandeep GuptaDermatologist | Delhi

Seems to be in another region ... Read More

Hi, My partner injected a steroid into his thigh (steroid was bought online with someone he doesn’t know). It created intense pain, he was given antibiotics but... a few days later it was still the same. He then injected the other thigh as it was due with his cycle. Both legs are painful, went to hospital and I just spoke to the receptionist he’s

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Asked for Male, 25 Years 186 Views v

Dr. Sushma ShahGeneral Physician | Vadodara

1/1people found this helpful

HELLO, IT IS REMOVAL OF INFECTED TISSUE, NEVER TO INJECT STEROID IM EXCEPT VERY FEW. DON'T WORRY. O.K,BYE. ... Read More

Am 36 weeks pregnant can i have normal delivery on my expected date or before that date , after taking betenesol injection in 2 times??is it safe to wait still the expected delivery date?

Asked for Female, 23 Years 497 Views v

Dr. Ashwini SInfertility Specialist | Bangalore

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It depends on why you were given injection betnasol. If you have any risk factor like high BP or uncontrolled sugars then you may need early delivery . If there are no risk factors and ... Read More

Hello My wife is pregnant I would like to ask how safe is epidural in labour pain.... Can we go for it Kindly suggest

Asked for Female, 33 Years 235 Views v

Dr. Veena VidyasagarGynecologist/Obstetrician | Bangalore

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Dear Practo user, Epidural is mostly safe during labor pains. Chances of problems are very less. You can go for it. ... Read More

I have lumbar Spondylosis at l4-5 severe L2-3 moderate and t10 mild .I have severe continous pain in my back from past 4 months. I have taken medication and physiotherapy but there is no relief . Is it safe to take epidural steroidal injections to relieve pain or is there any other better treatment than injections.

Asked for Female, 47 Years 791 Views v

Dr. Rajnish SethiOrthopedist | Delhi

Yes epidural ing is safe . But I can't advice u a treatment over the phone until I examin u . Plz follow uer orthopaedic ... Read More

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Hey Doc, My Mother's CRP Level Is 10.37. So Doctor Suggest To Do Epidural Steroid Injection. Is that safe ? How does long an epidural steroid injection last ? What are the side effects ? Is one injection enough for lifetime ? How much time it take to work ? Should we go for this ? Please answer 🙏

My father is suffering from lower back pain and MRI report shows l4/l5 stenosis.Doctor advised that he may need to take Lumbar epidural injection. Does it cure the pain completely and what is side effect of it. Should he go for that injection. What is ur take on it? Please advice.

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Hey Doc, My Mom Is Having Severe Pain At Back So We Consult With A Doctor & They Suggest To Perform Epidural Steroid Injection. I Want To Know That Is That Safe ? And How Many Injections Need ? And How Often Need This Procedure ? Is One Injection Enough For Lifetime ? Please Answer.

My wife has got mild disk bulge and moderate disc degeneration as per her MRI report in her lower back due to wrong posture during exercise. She has been prescribed Epidural steroid injection. My concern is that she is diabetic. Is there any alternative cure apart from injection and hospitalization.

My mom has had sciatica for almost 5 months now. She has been taking medicines but nothing has worked. What is the average cost of injection and how many times will she have to take the injection?

It will cure the disc bulge? medication like (nervmax sr,altraday,etox mr...) not worked. mri report said L4+L5 disk bulge. neck also bilateral pressure,c3,c4 disk degeneartion. is it good option to take that injection before trying surgery one doctor advised...

Have been advised epidural corticosteroid injections for chronic sciatica, pinched nerve leg pain for 8 months. Are there any risks of taking these injections?

Is epidural injection given in normal or caesarean section? Is it safe or does it have any short/long-term effects

Suggested treatment are 3 epidural steroids injections two weeks apart or lumbar microscopic disectomy. Need opinion on risk in both and a second opinion on the suggested treatment.

Please let me know, is it recommended to Take Steroid Injections at 30 weeks of pregnancy to mature baby lungs incase if having Premature Delivery. As I am having Septate Uterus, so Stephen Hospital Doctor recommend to get steroid injection due to above stated.

I am 8th months pregnant...I would like to go for epidural delivery but I had my X ray before for my bone related issue which states sacralisation of L5 vertebra with mild lumbar spondylosis. Is it safe to have epidural in this case?

I have taken 2 steroid injections ( tricort 40mg and dexadran 8mg) for urticaria 3 years ago. Will it cause any problems in future.

How much does intralesional injection for steroid cost , per injection ? What are the possible side effects ?

What is total approx cost for this?(in rupees) i want to know..kindly give me a idea...little urgent.

Hi, I have TMJ arthralgia and I am already on conservative treatment since 2 months. Dr has advised steroid injection in the joint now. I want to know if it's safe to take it? Any side effects? I am going to travel in next 2 weeks out of India. Please advise.

30th week pregnancy of my wife is going. At the time of conceiving through IUI treatment, Dr. advised for ANC Steroid injection and Vaginal anti fungal preparations at 28th week but not have done. Please advise what to do now?

Is it safe to take injection as hydrochloride or hydrocortisone for nerve blocking near by liver area for nerve pain,??how muchbit is effective??any side effects about it... kindly advise...!

Do steroid injections that are given for keloid treatment cause weight gain ? My dermatologist has suggested injections but i am worried if they will cause any side effects.

For my delivery doctor gave epidural injection. More than 3 yr past. Still have bad back pain. Specially during rainy and winter season. Can't stand or lie down for long time. What to do ? Whome to consult?

Does epidural hurts? Is normal delivery good or with epidural it's good???????pls let me know which one to opt?

Hi. i want to take epidural for my delivery. is it painless? does it have any side effects?

Am 36 weeks pregnant can i have normal delivery on my expected date or before that date , after taking betenesol injection in 2 times??is it safe to wait still the expected delivery date?

Hello My wife is pregnant I would like to ask how safe is epidural in labour pain.... Can we go for it Kindly suggest

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