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What Causes Blood Spots On Forearms After Taking Steroid Shots On Lower Back?

Posted on Wed, 24 Sep 2014

Question: I have had 6 steroid shots in my lower back and now I am getting big blood spots on both my forearms. Have had a total blood work up and results are within normal ranges. I barely bump my arms and get these blood spots.

Answered by Dr. Suresh Heijebu (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Side effects are steroid related.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,Madam

I have read your query and understand your concern.

Excessive use steroid injections can be serious side effects.

They can lead to atrophy and premature aging of the skin.

Sometimes they can lead to bleeding within the skin and subcutaneous elevated bumps.

I strongly recommend you to taper your steroid dose to minimum levels under expert medical consultation.

I hope this info is helpful to you,
Thank you

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Follow up: Dr. Suresh Heijebu (3 hours later)

Will this subside in time?

Answered by Dr. Suresh Heijebu (8 hours later)

Brief Answer:
yes

Detailed Answer:
HI, welcome back .

These changes will begin to subside in 3-6 months of completely stopping the steroids.

Thank you

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