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Can Constipation Be Due To Steroid Epidural Shot?
I had a steroid epidural shot 4days ago. In waiting for it to work, I noticed I've become constipated.
Could this be a side effect to the injection and in turn, could this be hindering my pain relief?
I would like the answer to be yes and yes, that would mean as soon as this constipation subsides,
I will feel relief from this stiffness in my lower back and legs!
Could this be a side effect to the injection and in turn, could this be hindering my pain relief?
I would like the answer to be yes and yes, that would mean as soon as this constipation subsides,
I will feel relief from this stiffness in my lower back and legs!
Wed, 22 Jan 2014
Hello.Nausea, headache even more important symptoms such as weakness in the legs are side effects of steroid epidural shot.Constipation is not common side effect of steroid epidural shot.Go to your doctor to asses about other causes of
constipation.I wish you good health.
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