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What Are The Uses And Side Effects Of Cortisone Steroid Injection?
Hi I received a cortisone steroid injection in my neck close to my spine to rid the pain I am having in my right arm below my elbow. How long wil this medication stay in y system and will I gain weight from this injection? I am age 50 and I have no know health issues at this time.
Fri, 5 Dec 2014
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You would not gain weight from one injection. Weight gain occurs after repeated and persistent doses of oral or injectable steroids.
In terms of its metabolism and length of stay in the body,it should be eliminated by 72 hours.
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You would not gain weight from one injection. Weight gain occurs after repeated and persistent doses of oral or injectable steroids.
In terms of its metabolism and length of stay in the body,it should be eliminated by 72 hours.
I hope this helps
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