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Does Epidural And Bursitis Injection Elevate The Thyroid Levels?

Ive been diagnosed with hypothyroidism in the past no treated back to normal levels. Just recently Istraight ve received 3 epidural injecting along with 3the injections for bursitis. Now after beings rushed to the er I ve been told that my thyroid has between 6-12 mos before I willneed either surgery or therapy. Is there a link?
Wed, 3 Dec 2014
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Hi,
Welcome to HCM. I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.

There is no link between epidural injections and hypothyroidism. Please share with us the thyroid function reports.

Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help
With warm regards,
Dr Ajish TP (MD,DM)
Consultant Endocrinologist.
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Does Epidural And Bursitis Injection Elevate The Thyroid Levels?

Hi, Welcome to HCM. I have gone through your question and understand your concerns. There is no link between epidural injections and hypothyroidism. Please share with us the thyroid function reports. Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help With warm regards, Dr Ajish TP (MD,DM) Consultant Endocrinologist.