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Do Injections To Reduce Nerve Swelling Affect Kidneys?

I recently had injections in my low back to reduce nerve swelling. My disc between S1 and L4 collapsed a few years ago and L4 L5 were fused. I have had severe pain the last several years and the injections have helped. This time I am experiencing pain strait across at kidney level. Can the injections effect my kidneys?
Mon, 31 Aug 2015
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Hi.
Thank you for writing to HCM.

I have gone through your query and understand the anguish you must be facing. I think that you have had a reaction to the medication that you have taken.

The medication might contain a NSAID and these are known to affect kidney function. If your kidneys were already damaged or not functioning at optimum level, then there is a chance of damage. I recommend that you see a Doctor and get a kidney function test.

Drink a lot of water and if you have not produced urine in the last 12 hours, then rush to the ER as you may have kidney damage which is causing the pain. This is an emergency and you will need to be treated quickly.

Hope this helps you. Feel free to follow up.
Dr Vignan
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Do Injections To Reduce Nerve Swelling Affect Kidneys?

Hi. Thank you for writing to HCM. I have gone through your query and understand the anguish you must be facing. I think that you have had a reaction to the medication that you have taken. The medication might contain a NSAID and these are known to affect kidney function. If your kidneys were already damaged or not functioning at optimum level, then there is a chance of damage. I recommend that you see a Doctor and get a kidney function test. Drink a lot of water and if you have not produced urine in the last 12 hours, then rush to the ER as you may have kidney damage which is causing the pain. This is an emergency and you will need to be treated quickly. Hope this helps you. Feel free to follow up. Dr Vignan