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I had a steroid epidural shot 4days ago. In waiting for it to work, I noticed I've become constipated. Could this be a side effect to the injection and in turn, could this be hindering my pain relief? I would like the answer to be yes and yes, that would mean as soon as this constipation subsides, I will feel relief from this stiffness in my lower back and legs!
Hello.Nausea, headache even more important symptoms such as weakness in the legs are side effects of steroid epidural shot.Constipation is not common side effect of steroid epidural shot.Go to your doctor to asses about other causes of constipation.I wish you good health. (If the answer has helped you, please indicate this)
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Can Constipation Be Due To Steroid Epidural Shot?
Hello.Nausea, headache even more important symptoms such as weakness in the legs are side effects of steroid epidural shot.Constipation is not common side effect of steroid epidural shot.Go to your doctor to asses about other causes of constipation.I wish you good health. (If the answer has helped you, please indicate this)