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Can I Take Methylprednisolone For Lower Back Pain With A Small Case Of Toe Infection?

Taking Methylprednisolone for lower back pain and on day 1 (6 tablets). I also have a small local fungus underneath one of my toes. It's been there for over 1 year - took medication and slowly starting to get better. Can I still take Methylprednisolone with a small case of toe fungus?
Thu, 19 Dec 2013
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Hello,

I have studied your case.

Methylprednisolone has more side effects then good effects for back pain so avoid it.

For toe fungus take antifungal, methylprednisolone may aggravate it.
Medication like methylcobalamine with muscle relaxant and analgesic will reduce pain; you can take them consulting your treating doctor.

You may consult physiotherapist for further guidance. He may start TENS, or ultrasound which is helpful in your case.

I will advise to check your vit B12 and vit D3 level.

Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.

Take care.
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Can I Take Methylprednisolone For Lower Back Pain With A Small Case Of Toe Infection?

Hello, I have studied your case. Methylprednisolone has more side effects then good effects for back pain so avoid it. For toe fungus take antifungal, methylprednisolone may aggravate it. Medication like methylcobalamine with muscle relaxant and analgesic will reduce pain; you can take them consulting your treating doctor. You may consult physiotherapist for further guidance. He may start TENS, or ultrasound which is helpful in your case. I will advise to check your vit B12 and vit D3 level. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Take care.