Kenalog-40 for Bursitis User Reviews

• Lost
• May 17, 2018

"Since getting Kenalog-40 injection for hip bursitis a little under 2 months ago, I've had worsening symptoms and they are awful. First, I developed terrible acid reflux that left a constant burning in my throat. Then I developed gastritis. I had no appetite and couldn't eat, also diarrhea for weeks and lost 15 pounds in 3 weeks. Anxiety started shortly after the throat burning and hot and cold sweats, racing heart, lightheaded. It's all gotten worse as the weeks have gone by. I have horrible insomnia, racing heart, sometimes palpitations, my vision is blurred. I have terrible anxiety and now some depression. I can't even drive now, I feel so out of it most of the time. And it is affecting me cognitively, I have trouble focusing and making decisions. Oh, and my hair is falling out in clumps. I've had every test possible by my doctor, and everything is normal. Kenalog-40 injection has ruined my life. And I have no idea how long it will last. I'm terrified."

• Sally
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 1, 2019

"Have had sciatica/spinal stenosis and herniated discs on MRI. Constant pain, felt like lightning in my left leg, tingling all the time and felt like hot liquid running down my leg. Seen Ortho doctor and he suggested kenalog injections to treat what he thought was bursisis in the hip and also sciatica. Went on a Tuesday and got 2 injections in the hip/butt area. Was pain free since the injections. Have small amounts of tingling below the knee if I overdue things. Friday was the first time in years that I could actually walk through the grocery store and not have to leave due to unbearable pain. This drug is just amazing to me. I have had no side effects from the injection. Only been 5 days but hopefully it will last for awhile and that I can avoid surgery. I feel so thankful. I highly recommend anyone trying Kenalog, it seems like a blessing for me."

• Mimi
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 19, 2023

"I have Crow's feet tendonitis and this med was bad. It didn’t help with my condition at all. I suddenly have hot flashes, insomnia, heart palpitations, chest pain, and dizziness. I also had hallucinations that I had fleas and scratching myself in the days after. It has affected my vision and speech."

• SJW
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 13, 2023

"So far it's only been 3 days and I have relief from deep pain in my hips. The injections were on both sides of my SI joint. I did experience flushing yesterday and some insomnia, which isn't uncommon for me. I take Mag. at night, which helps me sleep along with progesterone I take for HRT. I'm new to this and am not crazy about steroids. Weight gain for me is not a plus, and I already retain water. The trade-off is no pain at present, which is a relief. I don't know how long it will last, but for now I'm thankful."

• oldekn
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 10, 2024

"I received an injection of Kenalog-40 6 days ago, and within about 4 hours, I noticed a big difference. I had pain from bursitis in 2 different places in my hip from a fall 5 months ago. I was unable to sit for long periods without severe pain. Transitioning from sitting to standing was very painful, and I had sciatic pain down my leg. I walked with a limp for 4 months. A week after the injection, I am about 80% better. I have pain if I sit too long and when my leg gets tired. It is important to not overdo it and to ice the affected areas as often as you can. So far, I think this medicine is a godsend. I did notice some side effects: I have several bruises on my arms, I am more hungry than usual, and I have to urinate more frequently. These are all mild side effects. The first week I was also hot and sweaty all the time."