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Can An Epidural Injection Taken For Lumbar Radiculopathy Cause Ankle Edema?
I had an uneventful epidural steroid injection for Rt L5 radiculopathy 36 hrs ago at an academic med center. This eve I noticed some mild ankle edema, +1 on left and +2 on right. Is this expected? I have scoliosis and mild autonomic dysfunction, no major heart or kidney issues. Can numbing the nerve cause edema? I have some Rt hip pain probably normally expected and feel fine otherwise.
Tue, 8 Jan 2019
Hello,
It is not related to epidurals shot. If symptoms persists you can consult an orthopaedician and get evaluated.
Hope I have answered your queries. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
It is not related to epidurals shot. If symptoms persists you can consult an orthopaedician and get evaluated.
Hope I have answered your queries. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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