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Had an epidural yesterday for disc pain.now pain is worse. is this normal?
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Epidural: Sometimes there is more pain for a short period of time after an epidural. Then it dissipates and one should feel better.
Answered 9/13/2019
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Yes, probably: The epidural injection you received, as is the case with most "cortisone" injections, has 2 components: a long-acting local anesthetic and a steroid. The local lasts for 4-5 hours, and the steroid takes about 72 hours to "kick-in." during the interval, you pain may be worse, as there is now fluid around the area increasing the pressure. Take you usual pain meds for this. You've got 2 days to go.
Answered 7/12/2013
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