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I had a steroid shot at about 10pm last night &it is now 10:30 am. i still have the rash though it seems a bit better. how long before gone completely?

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Dr. Scott Hacking answered

Rash: Steroid shots will last in your body 2-3 days. It is re-assuring that you are improving 12 hours later. Monitor the rash and seek care if not improving with 1-2 days.

Answered 5/30/2016

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A member asked:

I had a steroid shot at about 10pm last night &it is now 10:30 am. i still have the rash though it seems a bit better. how long before gone completely?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Scott Hacking answered

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