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Do Nerve Block And Facet Joint Injections Cause Delayed Periods?

Hello, I was in a car accident over a year ago and have received extensive chiropractor care. After this did not relieve my pain, I was then told to get an MRI which revealed 5 herniated discs both in my neck and lower back. I have received 4 rounds of ESIs as well as nerve blocks, facet injections, and a cervical rhizotomy. Last week I received 6 lumbar facet injections on Tuesday and was supposed to get my period that Friday. I normally cramp a full week before my period, which I did. After the injections the cramps seemed to be a lot worse and a lot deeper, and Friday came around and my period never came. It has now been 6 days that I am late and I am not showing as pregnant. My doctor said that the procedure could cause a delay in my period, but is it possible that the amount of injections that I got caused me to possibly miss my cycle? I am still have deep uncomfortable cramps, just getting a little worried.
Wed, 29 Aug 2018
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Hi,

The spinal injection does not affect your periods.

You can repeat your urine pregnancy test to confirm whether you are pregnant or not.

Slight menstrual irregularities can happen in stressful condition and that might have caused the problem.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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Do Nerve Block And Facet Joint Injections Cause Delayed Periods?

Hi, The spinal injection does not affect your periods. You can repeat your urine pregnancy test to confirm whether you are pregnant or not. Slight menstrual irregularities can happen in stressful condition and that might have caused the problem. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.