Kenalog Injections are a treatment for severe arthritis, bursitis, or epicondylitis (tennis elbow) and skin conditions. The treatment is used to reduce pain and inflammation. They are most commonly used in patients who have not responded well to other treatments, or for those with chronic arthritis. This blog will go over how Kenalog works, what it is composed of, its side effects, and more.
How Does Kenalog Work?
The components within Kenalog Injections work by inhibiting phospholipase A, the enzyme responsible for releasing arachidonic acid from cell membranes and preventing leukocyte migration into tissues. That encourages reducing inflammatory cells and cytokines in the process. Usually, Kenalog is injected through a needle into different areas of the body such as muscles, space around a joint or tendon, or into a lesion on the skin. A single injection or multiple injections might be needed to get a desirable result. The specialist will decide about the dosage based on your case.
When Do You Need Kenalog Injections?
Kenalog injections are a great treatment option for those who have not responded to other treatments. Kenalog contains triamcinolone acetonide, which is a synthetic corticosteroid that can reduce the presence of inflammatory cells and cytokines in the body - ultimately reducing inflammation. These injections offer relief from chronic arthritis without the cost of surgery or hospitalization!
Kenalog can also be used as preventive care for people who have conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic arthritis.
Kenalog injections may be used to treat large acne Vulgaris, Keloid Scars, Alopecia, and other skin conditions as it reduces inflammation, swelling, itching, and redness.
Kenalog Injections Side Effects
Some side effects of Kenalog Injections may include lightening of skin color, increased appetite or weight gain, and changes in mood or behavior like irritability and depression. Common side effects include:
- nausea;
- excessive sweating;
- blurred vision;
- increased hair growth;
- stomach pain;
- headache, sleep problems.
Kenalog is not a cure for arthritis - but it does provide relief from pain and inflammation associated with the condition. You will need to get a consultation from a qualified specialist before the treatment.
It is a unique way to treat patients who have not responded well to other treatments. Kenalog Injections are a great treatment that can reduce pain and inflammation experienced with arthritis and skin disorders- which is why they’re offered at Nulook Medspa in Toronto! Contact us today. to make an appointment.
