In the last three months, I have had two steroid epidurals and a 6-day pack of Medrol for back pain. In those months I have gained over 20 pounds even though I am eating healthy. I've had to go to an 800 calorie day diet to stop gaining.
Is there anything that can counteract the effects of this medication? Also, can anyone who has been through this tell me how long they it took for this medicine to get out of their system and their weight get back to normal?
Thanks!
Is there anything that can counteract the effects of this medication? Also, can anyone who has been through this tell me how long they it took for this medicine to get out of their system and their weight get back to normal?
Thanks!
Loading...
i am in the same situation. I am an avid "spinner" since back injury, or whatever happened to it, i have gotten two of three injectios. the third is tomorrow and i don't want to go. I have gained 15 pounds in two months it is horrific . My concern is, will these shots even work or are they masking the symptoms and now i am fat. I am not really fat but when you have to buy all new clothes, it is a problem. I know I am not just lazy and eating more, not my style. I can feel the puffiness in my back and hips when I lay on the bed. So discouraged. I cant even spin to relieve the stress til after the third injection and a visit with the dr in august. i could pack on another 30 by then
Loading...