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Weight Gain, Dizziness, Headache, Lightheaded, Bodyache, Burning Face. History Of Cortisole Injections In Elbow And Shoulder. Opinion?

hi dr samuel i am 45 years old my name is Aman kaur.i have had 3 cortisole injections 2 in my elbow &1in my shoulder for pain relief since may 2013 & the last 1 in june 2013. i have put alont of weight on and feel huge i have always been a healthy weight before these injections but my dr said its nothing to do
with the injections. i also have other syptoms like dizzy headaches feeling sick light headed and aches and pains all over my body and my face feels as though its always on fire please can you answer my questions honestly as i feel my dr is fobbing me of i feel so so depresd. thankyou very much.
Wed, 17 Jul 2013
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hello dear, I have got your question.look, you have got only 3 injections of steroid.I think it is unlikely for any side effects with this.though I donot exactly know the doses of steroid you have taken.but if you have those problems then you can consult with your doctor first.don't feel upset .thank you.
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Weight Gain, Dizziness, Headache, Lightheaded, Bodyache, Burning Face. History Of Cortisole Injections In Elbow And Shoulder. Opinion?

hello dear, I have got your question.look, you have got only 3 injections of steroid.I think it is unlikely for any side effects with this.though I donot exactly know the doses of steroid you have taken.but if you have those problems then you can consult with your doctor first.don t feel upset .thank you.