Steroid Side Effects: Prednisolone & Epidural Injections

Prednisolone side effects occur even at low dosages like 5 mg. Cervical epidural steroid injections provide localized relief but also carry risks that patients must discuss with their healthcare provider.

Cervical Epidural Steroid Injection Side Effects

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Dr. Lisa Varghese-Kroll, MD

If you've been suffering with neck or upper back pain, your doctor might recommend a cervical epidural steroid injection. During this procedure, a needle is used to inject a steroid solution around the upper part of the spinal cord. It can be extremely effective.