Flushing After Lumbar Epidural Steroid Injection with Dexamethasone.

Purpose Of Review: Epidural steroid injections are an accepted treatment for low back pain and radicular symptoms. While epidural steroid injections are routinely performed without complications, side effects can be seen, including flushing. Flushing has been studied using various steroid preparations, including dexamethasone, but at significantly higher doses.