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A member asked:

How long does a kenalog (triamcinolone) injection stay in your body? i am having horrible side effects that i'd love to go away!

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Usually: Usually one month but side effects should get better over that month.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 9/12/2018

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6 weeks: A intra-lesional steroid injection can be absorbed more systemically but should be cleared in about 6 weeks.

Dr Jackson agreed

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