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Am I Having Side Effects Due To The Procedures Taken?
today I a procedure which consists of a single subcutaneous injection of Kenalog and lidocaine in the occipital (back of the head) with a 25 gauge 5/5 inch needle. I have had nothing but severe heartburn since. Is this a side effect and what can I take
Mon, 26 Mar 2018
Hello,
Your symptoms could be related to acid reflux or gastritis. I don't think that it is related to the injection. Anyway, I would recommend taking an anti-acid or PPI (omeprazole, pantoprazole, etcetera).
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Aida Quka
Your symptoms could be related to acid reflux or gastritis. I don't think that it is related to the injection. Anyway, I would recommend taking an anti-acid or PPI (omeprazole, pantoprazole, etcetera).
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Aida Quka
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