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Does Depo Medrol Injection Interfere With Autoimmune Disorder?

A few years ago my pcp started giving me monthly depo medrol injections to relieve numbness and swelling in my hands and arms. I continued the shots for over a year. 10 yrs ago I tested high out of range for anti-nuclear antibodies. I might have an auto-immune disorder. Is it safe to take that many depo medrol injections?
Thu, 2 Feb 2017
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Hi,
Thanks for using Healthcaremagic.
I have gone through your query and I can understand your concerns.

Depo-medrol is the brand name of steroid Methylprednisolone.According to your clinical history you are having a high titre of ANA(anti nuclear antibodies)So you might have an autoimmune disease possibly SLE.
Steroids are not contraindicated in autoimmune disorders. Infact steroids are used for the treatment for autoimmune diseses.
You may need dose adjustments once your diagnosis is confirmed.Consult your treating physician regarding dose modifications.

Wishing you good health
Dr.Shinas Hussain
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Does Depo Medrol Injection Interfere With Autoimmune Disorder?

Hi, Thanks for using Healthcaremagic. I have gone through your query and I can understand your concerns. Depo-medrol is the brand name of steroid Methylprednisolone.According to your clinical history you are having a high titre of ANA(anti nuclear antibodies)So you might have an autoimmune disease possibly SLE. Steroids are not contraindicated in autoimmune disorders. Infact steroids are used for the treatment for autoimmune diseses. You may need dose adjustments once your diagnosis is confirmed.Consult your treating physician regarding dose modifications. Wishing you good health Dr.Shinas Hussain