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Would an epidural in my lower back cause weight gain, due to the steroid in the medication?

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Steroid: One dose of steroid won't affect your weight gain. More importantly the steroid may not be controlling your back pain and you need a follow-up visit with the doctor taking care of back pain. If you are gaining wait you need to go on a diet.

Dr Shahzad agreed

Answered 1/23/2015

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