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I had steriod injections in my l5 - s1 monday, immediately i lost all feeling in my left leg, and extreme dizziness. i am exp. headaches and a a strange electic feeling down leg, how long will this last?
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Call your doc: This is an unwanted side effect and may represent a problem in needle location or med reaction. Notify the injecting doc ASAP so an appropriate response can begin. These typically resolve in 24 to 72 hours Call now
Answered 12/10/2020
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Injection reaction: I presume this was a transforaminal epidural steroid injection due to nerve compression. This may have caused some temporary inflammation, which might maximize at 24-36 hrs after procedure. Should subsequently gradually stabilize within the next few days. Do not anticipate any permanent lingering problems.
Answered 12/10/2020
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