my husband gets epidural shots for the pain in his back.can the shots take aways his sex drive?

Question

Is it effective to use epidural and cortisol shots for back pain?

Answer 1

No: Epidural steroids are sometimes given for spinal disc disease. Typically, a steroid preparation is given to the affected area. To the best of my knowledge, this procedure and the medication given should have no effect on sex drive. The symptoms that brought him to the doctor may be more likely to affect sex drive.(back pain).

Answer 2

They shouldn't: They shouldn't, however most epidural pain shots contain steroids and although the dose of steroids is low, it may be enough to effect his sex drive. Chronic pain in and of itself can also decrease sex drive.

Answer 3

Not really: Epidurals for back pain usually involve steroid injections, which should not affect sex drive. The back pain itself may affect sex drive or performance, particularly of there is nerve involvement.

Answer 4

Not that I've heard: I have not heard of an association between epidural steroid (glucocorticoid) and loss of libido. Chronic pain can, however, cause depression (and other behavioral changes) and make sex painful. The steroids infected are different from anabolic (muscle building) steroids. Steroid refers to the chemical structure.

Answer 5

Not the shots: Pain, pain medication, and depression all can cause diminished sex drive.

Answer 6

Lots of ways: Tylenol (acetaminophen) or Ibuprofen mostly. Gargling with warm salt water, one fourth tsp salt per 8 ounces. Chloraseptic spray, Benzocaine throat losenges. If more severe pain may have an infection, go see a doctor. For bad viral pharyngitis we sometimes use steroids, and for strep you need an antibiotic.

Answer 7

Throat pain: If you have a significantly sore throat w swollen tonsils / lymph nodes – see your medical provider ; get a strep throat test ; culture. Saltwater gargles are helpful. Mix a tsp of salt in 8 oz of warm water – gargle w this several times/day. You can gargle w aloe vera juice a couple of times per day. A mix of chamomile tea w honey ; a small amount of lemon juice is good. Rest.

Answer 8

Yes: Dyspareunia is a frequent symptom of ovarian cysts.

Answer 9

Yes: Cystic or enlarged ovaries can cause pain and painful sex.

Answer 10

Several: A type of back support called a pregnancy harness can help as you progress with the pregnancy and guided exercise as long as it is cleared by your ob/gyn. A tens unit can also be of benefit.

Answer 11

Exam first: There has been a lot of great diagnostic skill derived from years of training & practice that your physician can bring to the process of examining a patient.After an exam, the physician can decide if additional studies are necessary prior to treatment.

Answer 12

Needs to be examined: An examination will go along way in determining what might be the problem as well as what teats need to be performed and what can be done.

Answer 13

Maybe, but...: You should have your son medically evaluated to help determine the cause of his pain. He may need an MRI, but usually Doctors start out with a physical exam, and then x-rays. Depending on the findings, your Doctor may recommend an MRI or other additional imaging procedure.

Answer 14

Can be: Always better to be safe than sorry, so get in with your obgyn and get checked. Vast likelihood is that you are fine. Good luck!

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