What Causes Red Face Flush After Having Steroid Injection?

Posted on Sat, 10 May 2014

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Question : I had steroid injection in my thumb last Monday. I had the red face flush on Tuesday and that lasted maybe 12 hours. Ever since I get energy then I'm down. I ha

Answered by Dr. Dr.Raju.A.T (23 hours later)

Hi,

Thanks for your query.

This could be due to minor allergic response to the medication. This will get subsided over time. If you feel the same even after 24 hours then you must be examined.

Regards,

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Dr.Raju.A.T (3 days later)

Now the shot has caused my menstral cycle early and bouts of sever depression and not energy. Will this go away soon? I had the shot of celestone on may 5th. Today is may 15.

Answered by Dr. Dr.Raju.A.T (31 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Its due to psychological stress

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thanks for writing back.

The early menstrual cycle and the depression could be due to psychological stress rather than direct effects of the medication.

Need not worry, these do not last long. You will feel better soon. Drink lots of water and consume protein rich food.

Wish you good health.

Regards,

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar