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Kenalog Lidocaine Injection
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Are kenalog (triamcinolone) injections effective?

For what?: Kenalog (triamcinolone) injections are effective for a number of disorders. Which one did you have in mind? ...Read more
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Explain kenalog (triamcinolone) facet joint injections?

Why?: Although i used to give them, studies by deyo, et al, and others more recently, have shown little benefit over a systemic steroid injection. The injection is delivered to the facet joint, the true synovial joints of the spine. Afcet joints problems are likely if you have pain with backward extension of your spine. ...Read more
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Could emla (lidocaine and prilocaine) cream prevent a lidocaine injection hurting?

Yes: Emla (lidocaine and prilocaine) can prevent or greatly reduce the pain for a needle injection. ...Read more
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Does emla (lidocaine and prilocaine) cream prevent injection hurting?
Topical anesthetic: Emla (lidocaine and prilocaine) is a topical anesthetic and can help with injection site pain. It won't take all the pain away, but it can help. Talk to your doctor before applying it without direction. ...Read more
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Does emla (lidocaine and prilocaine) cream prevent a lidocaine injection from hurting?
It can: Topical analgesia with Emla (lidocaine and prilocaine) can help reduce the pain of any injection. ...Read more
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Is kenalog (triamcinolone) in orabase edible?
Kenalog (triamcinolone) in orabase: This is used as an oral bandage to treat or cover sores/ulcers in the mouth. Swallowing small amounts used in this manor is not harmful. ...Read more
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Is a cortisone injections the same as epidural steroid injection?

Well: Technically no difference, they are probably the same. However, if the cortisone injection is not done under an x-ray machine (fluoroscopic c-arm) then it could be that the cortisone injection may be just that an injection into the muscle like a trigger point injection. Speak with your doctor to get clarity about what you will be getting. ...Read more
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How to reverse kenalog 40mg/ml injection suspension 9triamcinolone0 inject 1 ml itramuscularly once side effects?

Reversal agent?: Haven't heard of any reversal agent for an intramuscular or intradermal injection of a corticosteroid medication like kenalog (triamcinolone). One's primary care doctor and the doctor who did the injection can work together to help treat side effects, whatever those might be. ...Read more
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How effective is emla (lidocaine and prilocaine) cream for injection pain?

Moderately: It helps but takes quite a while to work. ...Read more
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Which physician performs epidural steroid injections?

Several: Usually done by anesthesiologists and physiatrists both of whom practice chronic pain management. ...Read more
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How effective are kenalog (triamcinolone) injections for keloids?

Very: The use of corticosteroids is well establish for the treatment of keloids. Multiple injections may be needed over time. ...Read more
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How dangerous are corticosteroid injections like kenalog (triamcinolone) or prednisone?

Low risk: Infrequent corticosteroid injections are quite safe. Infrequent injections will not cause significant growth effects in children or contribute to decreased bone mass or immune function or increase the risk of weight gain or cataracts. A one in a million risk is hip or knee joint damage. The watch word here is infrequent. ...Read more
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Is kenalog (triamcinolone) injection good for acne?

ACNE: Kenalog (triamcinolone) injections are for alopecia, not for acne. ...Read more
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What is the difference btw using celestone (betamethasone) or depot Medrol (methylprednisolone) for epidural steroid injections?

Chemical Structure: Among physiatrists, anesthesiologist and other pain physicians, both of these steroids have a unique, and sometimes, interchangeable place in pain blocks depending on anatomical considerations (lumbar, cervical, transforaminal, etc.). Ask your physician what he/she is comfortable using, and why....They'll love the question! ...Read more
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Can I inject topical benzocaine?

Not a good idea.: What for? Drugs like Benzocaine do not have sytemic pain benefits and are meant for local use. They can induce cardiac arrythmias. ...Read more
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Kenalog (triamcinolone) allergy shot and pregnancy?
PREGNANCY: If mom is receiving allergy shots during pregnancy, then the amount must be minimal so that it will not affect pregnancy especially the 1st trimester. ...Read more
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Is triamcinolone acetonide contain steroids?

Triamcinolone: Yes. Triamcinolone is a steroid.
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How much steroid is used in an epidural steroid injection?
Variations: There are variations amount practices, but 40 mg of Methylprednisolone for a single injection is fairly standard. ...Read more
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What are epidural steroid injection complications?
ESI complication: The potential risks associated with epidural steroid injection include spinal headache from a dural puncture, bleeding, infection, allergic reaction, and nerve damage / paralysis. Corticosteroid side effects may cause weight gain, water retention, hot flashes, mood swings or insomnia, and elevated blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. ...Read more
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What is the difference between epidural cortisone injections and epidural steroid injection?

Cortisone is steroid: Cortisoneis a steroid but not one that we use often (if ever) for injection in the epidural space. ...Read more
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