Kenalog Drs Office, Sinus Infection, Mood Changes, Dimple, 9 Months
Posted over a year ago
****KENALOG CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT****
Need a list of people that want to join Kenalog class action lawsuit A.S.A.P Please email me with name,state and all side effects. Include if you were treated for the side effects from a Doctor and/or hospitalized.
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Tlarinto - I was injected with Kenalog in July 2009. After my Anaphlactic reaction & hospitalization, I noticed a large indentation on my left temple area. I need any information in my endeavor to correct this.
Tamara Larinto, California
tammylarinto@yahoo.com
Bound2be - I have 2 indentations where I have gotten Kenelog shots.. They are deep and red and purple in color.. Painful.. Aching kind of. I work for a Doctors office and this is how we cure our seasonal allergies so I have gotten several. Had I known half of my butt was going to be gone to feel better I never would have done it. It is embarassing, painful and hard on my self esteem.. I'm not lokking for a law suit but I can name about 15 or so cases just from giving them here at the office.
-Nicole Bakersfield, CA
Tamarareneefrost - I understand...I have a half doller indent on my left butt cheek from a shot I recieved in the ER. since then i'm losing my butt. I am only 31, i went back to the same ER today, they said they have never seen this befor and blew me out of there. What can we do, how can we do it, and please contact me with any information. tamarareneefrost@yahoo.com
Diane088 - I received one IM injection of Kenolog by my dermatologist for a rash that I developed around my eyes in early March 2009. A couple of weeks later I had a vaginal yeast infection and missed a period that month. The next month and for several months later I continued with heavy vaginal bleeding and my iron count and hemoglobin dropped. I'm currently taking iron pills and scheduled to have a D&C. I have suffered form hair loss as a result of the anemia and low iron. I returned to the dermatologist and she did confirm that the heavy bleeding is a side effect from the kenolog. I just recently noticed a quarter size indentation in my right buttucks. I'm a registered nurse and I am extremely upset that I was not informed of these awful side effects. What can be done to protect other?
Jzimmerman - I will more than likely be signing up for this, I have the indention on my cheek also, calling doc to see what med was given to me, it was more than likely kenalog
Tierralynn - I was given this shot earlier this summer to help with the horrible allergies I have. About a week ago, I noticed an indententation on my lower back with slight coloration making it look similar to a bruise. I went back to the same doctors office who had given me the shot and the doctor himself had told me it was a bruise. I explained that its not sore to the touch but I think it has something to do with my nerves because muscles in my back twitch and are constantly sore. He told me I must not have noticed it when I bumbed it. It has only gotten deeper since so my step-mom looked it up online and found this site. When the nurse administered the shot, I never was given any information of side effects or was asked to read or sign anything about kenalog shots. The nurse said I'd possibly experience tenderness in the injection sights and drowsiness like any other injection. I am extremely upset about this. I don't want this on my body and I don't want the pain that comes with it. If I would have been provided with the information that I am aware of now I would have opted not to get the shot!
Michele42 - I got a Kenalog shot the summer of 2009, about a month later I noticed a dent in my right buttocks. It is purple in color and causes discomfort in my entire right hip area. I was never told this was a possible side effect. I am 41 and embarrassed by this indention on my body.
Mcfarlands96@yahoo.com
Dplasty - I would LOVE to be a part of this lawsuit! I have a horrible indentation on my right leg from an allergy shot, Kenalog! It started out as a huge ugly indentation/black spot. I was really worried about what it was. I called the Dr, they said it would go away. That was 7 months ago. It is still just as big, just as tender, and just as ugly! Please let me know if I can still participate.
Thank you
danax5@gmail.com
Dplasty - I would LOVE to be a part of this lawsuit! I have a horrible indentation on my right leg from an allergy shot, Kenalog! It started out as a huge ugly indentation/black spot. I was really worried about what it was. I called the Dr, they said it would go away. That was 7 months ago. It is still just as big, just as tender, and just as ugly! Please let me know if I can still participate.
Thank you
danax5@gmail.com
Vivig19 - I am very interested in being part of this. About 4 months ago I received a shot from my Dr's office for allergies that I was suffering from. One month ago I discovered an indentation on my right buttocks cheek. It is about the size of my thumbprint and is different in texture than the rest of my body. It is lighter in color as well compared to the rest of my body. As of right now I have not experienced any pain but am not sure if I will come across that in the future. I was very concerned about this so I was looking for answers online and I am very glad I came across this forum. Thank you
Viv, NJ
vivig1927@aol.com
Nancyj4136 - Hi , I too am so glad that I have some answers to this puzzle, I remember getting the shot on the bottom right side of my neck for severe spasms. I then began feeling numbness down my arm and more sensitive pains in my neck.... If there is any info is this matter please contat me at my email and I would love to finde out some more information.
Shockedinnc - Hi I would like to join the list for the lawsuit. My name is Angela Platt and I live in Raleigh, NC. I had an injection back in May of this year. Just recently I have formed a quarter sized indentation at the injectoin site. It is sore and sometimes throbs. I thought what they were giving me was an injection for an allergic reaction and had no idea this could be a side effect. I would have waived it and used other means to treat the inflammation had i known. I think it's unethical that they are giving this out seeing how many people are having such problems. Please keep me informed of any update to this lawsuit. Thank You
Toolate - i decided to look up kenalog today because i began i noticed a change in my period and my alleries have returned today as if i were never given the shot. was given a shot of kenalog on 10-27-09 and was given no information about these types of side effects. i started my period on 11-09-09 usally lasts from 3-6 days. I went through twice as many pads and i am still spotting and leaving clots in the toilet. today is 11-17-08 and about 10pm my allery systems started all over again it is now 12:30 am 11-18-09 i am stuffy, sneezing my ears are clogged up and i feel miserable. glad i decided to look this drug up online. i guess now i ll be on the lookout for more systems hopefully there won't be any but if there is i will get back with you. thanks for all the information that apparently you can't get from your dr. keep me on any new info. wish the best to all of you!
Daviscarter - THIS IS AN ATTORNEY'S OFFICE
PLEASE CONTACT US IMMEDIATELY ABOUT FILING A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT
502-419-7157
Cclabeaux928 - ive had a smile like bruise with indentation where i was given a shot by my docter after having an allergic reaction to a chemical my docter gave me a shot but i'm not sure it was kenalog but everyones testiomny is what it sounds like please let me know what i have to do to confirm it ive been getting slightly sick for weeks now but not as severly as what i've read please email me at cclabeaux928@yahoo.com
Kjohnson8908 - I got a steroid shot for a sinus infewction in July and a week later noticed an indention in my lower back/upper bottock exactly where the shot was. It has got a lot bigger and deeper since, about the size of a golf ball and half an inch deep. I have not noticed any seirous changes in my menstrual cycle, but I have definetly had more problems than I ever had with my back. My back constantly hurts daily, and I have a hard time getting comfortable or sitting in one position for a long period of time. I am not sure yet the exact name of the drug, but from all the research I have done, it sounds like it is Kenalog. Also, just today, I noticed that when I pressed down and rubbed on the indention I could feel a few tiny lumps and that has me very worried. My e-mail is KJohnson8908@aol.com, My name is Kim, and I really want to get something done about this. I would really like to get an attorney and figure out what needs to be done. Please let me know about anything and everything I need to do or can do to help.
Kim Johnson, Houston, Texas
Hihaunani - please sign me up and stand me first in line!! i have all of the horrible symptoms... first and foremost: greyinsh achy dead skin looking golf ball sized hole in my right buttock, phantom aches and pains, shooting pain to the foot, debilitating headaches, offset periods. the list goes on and on...
please contact hihaunani@hawaii.rr.com
Susann - I had a Kenalog injection in my right buttocks on May 19, 2009 to treat a skin allergy. I have an indentation at the sight. It is about the size of a golf ball and deep. It is dark in color. At first I thought I just bruised from the injection. It has been almost 7 months and it has not gotten better. It doesn't hurt but bothers me. It shows with a wear a bathing suit and just bothers me that I have a divit in MY BUTT. I went back to the doctor on November 23, 2009. This is when I found out it can happen. I was told that it could take 2 years to heal. I was also told to use vitamin C cream at the sight. The other option explained is to have fat harvested from the other buttocks side and inject it into right side indentation. I am overwhelmed at all the postings I have seen about this.
Rasberrygirl67 - Count me in also on a lawsuit. I had the shot in March of 09 after a long bout with bronchitis/sinus infection. I had to sign a paper at my Drs. office that said I *might* have "dimpling" at the site. I do have a small dimple which doesn't seem as serious as some have, but it is still bruised and as painful as the day I got the injection. I also have had severe mood changes since getting the shot, and severe muscle aches. The injection helped somewhat with my bronchitis, but not to the point of still having pain in my hip area 9 months later.
This is not a good drug, and needs to be pulled from the market.
Mikeshelly - my daughter is having all of these side effects. She had her shot in Dec of 08 and the divit is still growing. Her menstrual period has been messed up ever since the shot. I have taken her to 4 different doctors for this problem they act like they can't imagine the shot being responsible for these symptoms.
Crazeinplaid - I got my shot in September of 2009 to treat an allergic reaction to a Sulfa injection he gave me a few days earlier. It helped with my allergy but my cycle was messed up for about two months after that. I didnt really notice my indentation until a month later because it was after swimsuit season, but I have noticed it has gotten deeper. Its about the size of a ping pong ball and about a centimeter deep.
Anna, MD
adixon7@gmail.com
Hlshaner - I got an allergy shot a few months ago and had a bruise in that spot on my arm for 2-3 weeks then about a month ago noticed a small indentation on my arm where the shot was given. It has grown in the last month and I can now fit a finger in the dent on my arm. This is very alarming that no one warned me of any side effects, had I known an indentation would form on my arm I would have never gotten this shot. I would love to learn more about a suit against this drug, it should be pulled. My email is hlshaner@gmail.com, I live in Alexandria, VA.
Cmp4660 - I received 2 Kenalog injections in my scalp for some hair loss approximately three weeks ago. I now have large dents in my skull at the site of the injections. The injection sites are still painful with a somewhat numb feeling. I have also had some strange symptoms that I did not attribute to the injection but after reading the site, realize that I must do some further research. I live in New Jersey and my e-mail is cmp4660@yahoo.com
Daltonj42 - I was given Kenalog by my Ear, Nose, & Throat Dr after having sinus surgery. I had surgery on 11/06/09, I was told they gave me "a steroid" prior to coming out of the operating room. At my one week follow-up, I was given "a steroid" again for inflamation. This time I was coherent and asked what I was given; it was Kenalog. The big problem for me has been menstration. I began my cycle on November 21 (about 2 days late), I have had problems with my cycle in the past but can always at least count on one thing, regularity. It is now December 31, 2009 and I am still on my period. I spoke to my OB a week ago and he said the effects of this shot can last 6 to 9 months...my ENT told me 6-8 weeks. My OB also said I may need to have an ablasion which requires a shot called Lupron that induces menopause for 1 month prior to the procedure or a hysterectomy. I am only 31, if I had any idea when this might end I guess I could deal with 2 or 3 more days but....5 - 8 more months. A recent blood test has shown that I am have blood loss anemia. If I keep this up I may just bleed to death.
Tabbi1234 - my name is tabatha, can't really figure this site out, but my email is tabbi2004@hotmail.com....im in indiana. i had kenalog and now have the indentation, irregular periods, and pain at the injections site and down my leg.
Melrmt - Please let me know what I can do. Noticed an indentation two months after receiving three shots for hives. I am glad to have some idae of what the indentation is, although i am irritated if it is permanent.Mellmt@ymail.com
Babedoll1 - Sometime last yearI noticed a dark purple deep indentation about the size of a silver dollar on my rear end. I was shocked when I saw it and kept trying to figure out what it was. I had been having a lot of allergy and sinus problems the last few years and had gotten Kenalog shots, but didn't associate it until I typed in my symptoms on the internet and the explanation appeared that totally indicated many other people have gotten the same ugly places due to Kenalog shots. I now have a newer smaller place appearing from a shot that I received before I found out about this. The last time I went to that clinic I told them about this and they acted as if they knew nothing about these problems with Kenalog and are still using it!
I would like to see it banned and all patients, or shall I say "victims" compensated for these disfigurements. There is no treatment for this that I know of, but I will show it to my Dermatologist next time I go.
kstaples1@charter.net
Cseaver81 - I started receiving this in October of 2009 in the form of intraoccular injections( in my eye) for the treatment of an inflammatory disease in my eyes( uveitis). I began almost immediately experiencing debilitating side effects but when I asked the doc if this was related to Kenalog he insisted none of these were related. I have had irregular periods since, muscles aches and weakness, extreme loss of energy, moodswings and depression, memory loss, headaches, hair loss and broken capillaries on both legs. I would also like to sign a petition or if anything comes of this class action suit sign me up. Thanks and good luck on your journey to recovery. Crystal Seaver, RI cseaver81@hotmail.com
Wichita10 - My experience mirrors the others. Kenalog injections for an overwhelming case of hives. 9 months later, a divot appeared, a bit larger than a quarter. There is a dull pain around the crater. My dr. said, "well, I've never seen that before", and that was that. I would like to join this class action suit also. I am seeing a dermatologist to document size, color, etc.
PJerome, KS monaj@hotmail.com Any information will be welcome.
Wichita10 - I am interested in participating in the Kenalog lawsuit. Received 2 shots to quell the pain of an overwhelming case of hives. 9 months later, a divot, larger than a quarter appeared at the injection site. Showed my doctor and he said, "I've never seen anything like that before", and that was it. Asked how I would fix it, he said he didn't know. The divot aches and is tender.Have an appointment to see my dermatologist to document size, color, etc of the divot. Let me know what you would need from me.
Pam
Melissa19 - I want to participate in the lawsuit, I received the Kenalog injection in my arm and about 2 months after the injection it started to indent and become very painful. My upper arm is disfigured now and I still deal with the pain, my Dr. told me that I will probable need to see a plastic surgeon to fix the disfigurment. We need to stop the use of this Drug as soon as possible
melissadefauw19@yahoo.com
Hennigan - I have talked to an attorney and was in the process of getting a list together to get the ball rolling and came across your post, lets join forces and get something done about this drug! I had a kenalog injection on 2/19/09 in my right hand, my tendons have been damaged, my soft tissue is gone, and have constant pain not to mention severe depression along with other side affects. henniganharmon@cox.net
Dryewing - I also had a Kenalog shot for seasonal allergies in July 2009. About two months following I noticed a 1/2 dollar indent above my left hip. When I went back to the physician's office to question it, one of the nurses was panicing because she thought she may have administered the injection. The doctor told me it was a common side effect and the only option was plastic surgery to fill it in. It seems as if it may slowly be getting deeper. I was not warned of ANY side effects in advance of the injection. I am very interested in a class action law suit.
chrisandmistydrye@msn.com
Shortyabigailrose - I am interested in a class action suit also. The shot has left me with a large and embarrassing indention on my butt. I also would not have gotten the shot if I would have known about this side effect.
Lgdq1 - I also received a shot of Kenalog in the spring of 09. for itching on my scalp.
The shot did not help at all. I started noticing an indentation on my right buttock about two months ago. The indentation is slowly getting larger.
Sometimes it is tender. I have read all of the other posts, and have not all of but many of the same symtoms. I am also interested in joining all others in what can be done about this?
Anthonyt - Iam in, had Kenalog shot and 3 days later broke out with hives and burning sensations all over my body.Called doctor right away and the idiot said I was crazy,and wanted to give me another shot. Now its 3 months later still having the burning sensations and some blurred vision.That drug has to be taken off the market.So let me know what I can do .Anyone know how long this garbage can stay in your system?
Samantha_ebright - I had 2 kenolog injections on my upper right back for neck pain. About one to two weeks later I noticed 2 red marks where my doctor and given me the injections. About two months after that which is now, there is severe dimpling and it is very embarrasing because I am young and it is very noticable. When anyone touches the spot it hurts. I also noticed stomach pain since the shot and I got on birth control because I had never had irregular periods but had since the shot.
samantha_ebright@yahoo.com
Barbt - I had no idea what was going on but after I received an injection of a steroid in my right buttock hip area. It was swollen, tender to the touch and after a brief time I noticed it was dark almost black colored and my skin was scaley around this whole area. Now I have noticed a huge dimple. I keep myself in shape and this huge dimple is very upsetting. It almost seems as if it has deteriorated my muscle in my behind. I can even feel the indent through my pants. This is larger than any dimple I have ever seen. Not pretty either. I'm very upset about this.
Panda67 - I want in. I had several Kenolog shots and the last one ate a big hole in my belly. I found out I have a hernia that developed underneath it and am having surgery to fix both issues this month. I also had to start high blood pressure meds since the shot and had my period just stop completely for over 9 months, so I really went through the ringer!!! Any help or advice appreciated. mmpk2009@aol.com
Madison10 - I had kenalog injections on my scalp by a plastic surgeon who closed my skin cancer after MOHs surgery. The site was too large to suture. He took a hair graft from the back of my ear about 3 or 4 inches from my ear. After the surgery my head was numb and eventually the right side was fine but now I still have numbness on the left side. Recently I discovered the indentation next to the graft. My surgeon injected that site because he thought the tightness in my scalp was scar tissue.
Madison10 - I have an indentation on my scalp next to a hair graft resulting from skin cancer. I have very little skin left, mostly grafts and no hair on top. I freaked out when I felt the indentation. Drs. dont know what it is even after CT. I have kenalog injections near that area because the plastic surgeon thought the tightness I was experiencing was scar tissue.
Slothraspet - I had a Kenalog epidural a month ago, and I'm having severe side effects. Muscle spasms, severe mood swings, anxiety and panic attacks, vaginal infection, unable to sit or stand in one place for longer than a few minutes, shooting pains into my feet, legs and hips, piriformis syndrome. It's taken over my life and affected my work and relationship. I would give anything to go back to the pain I had before the shot.
I'd be happy to participate in a lawsuit.
Suziek7 - I received a Kenalog shot for a spider bite on my ankle in July of 2008. I noticed a small dimple like indentation since then it has gotten bigger and now have to see a neurologist to rule out nerve damage(neuropathy). I will get pain down my leg that also makes it feel really heavy. I would be happy to participate in this class action lawsuit and hopefully get this medicine off the market.
Buggyea - I've been having the indentation since highschool. It been so embarressing and I thought I could get rid of it from lifting weights and doing a log of cardio. All of that diddn't help once my weight dropped and my mucsles grew. I never could understand why it was only on one of my butt cheeks. I always wanted a solution to get this fixed because its extremely embarresing.
Schoolbenny@hotmail.com
Dshoulder - I would like to be informed of any class action. I had shot in deltoid 2 years ago, had indentation, a lot of pain. The shot caused bursitis, which resulted in frozen shoulder, impingement and now surgery.
Kjb424 - kbn424@bellsouth.net
I had Kenalog (Aristocort) injection in May of 2009. My daughter noticed the huge indent in my behind and asked me about it. I finally figured out it was from the injection in May. It takes four or five months for the indent and pain to be noticed. The doctor (GP on call) had the nurse give me the shot for a cold and sinus. I was not warned of any side effects or told the medicine was different from previous injections given by my General Doctor for the cold sinus. (He had my medical records to review) My life has been miserable since May. I have experienced extreme fatigue, missed periods, extreme hormonal imbalance as I had controlled thyriod disorder and autoimmune issues, depression, anxiety, mood swings, knee problems, all over muscle pain and pain in the area of the indent and down my leg. I have not been able to function physically and mentally since this injection. This is a bad drug that is disfiguring and impairing people. The injection must be given deep into the muscle to avoid athrophy and only a skilled doctor should give the injection when all other treatments have been exhausted and the persons health is at risk. Doctors are using this medicine like candy and this medicine should only be used in life threatening situations and the patient should be informed of side effects and sign a consent. Please contact me with any information about a Class Action Lawsuit.
Libby2 - I have been searching for a lawyer in my city of Kansas City, Mo. to file a suit against the Kenalog 10 company. I had 3 epidural injections beginning Feb. and March "07. Within a few weeks after the last injection I started having pressure in my head, rapid heart beat, dizziness, blurred vision, tremors in my hands, lost the control of my anal sphincter muscle, constain pain in my sides (possible adrenals, not kidneys), sweats, insomnia, memory loss, and lack of concentration. Today, a lawyer (who didn't practice in this field of personal injury) told me to google this website. Last year, an acupuncturist told me he had treated 4 other patients who had negative reactions to Kenalog10. Please file this law suit on all our behalves. gibbs2go@yahoo.com
Kerry23 - Receved Kenalog injection in right elbow for chronic degenerative "tennis elbow". Since then, 5 months later, pain that radiates to shoulder down to hand. Indent, disfigurement, and pigmentation at site of injection. I can't take this pain anymore, can't sleep, anxiety, depression and swelling in shoulder area!
I am definately contacting lawyer and will join this lawsuit as well.
kerry23@optonline.net
Kerry23 - I have emailed a few of you that have email addresses posted. Has anyone heard anything from the original person who was pursuing this class action lawsuit. I don't know why he doesn't post more often with info on where the case stands. If he/she doesn't want to continue with this then I WILL. Please email me: kerry23@optonline.net
I am going to fight this! I am so digusted that we all have to live with the pain, disfigurement, depression ect....too much to list. I WILL TRY MY BEST TO GET THIS STARTED IF PERSON #1 HASN'T ALREADY DONE SO. IF SOMEONE HAS ANY INFO FROM THIS PERSON, PLEASE LET ME KNOW. IT JUST SEEMS STRANGE THAT THERE IS NO FURTHER INFO FROM HIM, NO OTHER POSTS. HE SHOULD BE KEEPING US INFORMED OF ANY UPDATES WITH THE CASE. IF NO ONE HAS HEARD A RESPONSE, I AM TAKING OVER, THIS DRUG NEEDS TO GET OFF THE MARKET. I CAN'T BELIEVE THAT MOST OF US HAVE ONLY HAD ONE INJECTION! ONE! CHANGED US FOREVER!
CONTACT ME WITH ANY INFO IMMEDIATELY
THANKS AND GOOD LUCK TO YOU ALL BUT I WILL BE IN TOUCH WITH MANY OF YOU.
Kerry23 - I AM SPEAKING FOR LISA AT: henniganharmon@cox.net
PLEASE CONTACT HER AS SOON AS POSSIBLE REGARDING CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT THAT SHE IS WORKING ON. THERE IS NOTHING WRITTEN IN STONE YET. LISA IS JUST GATHERING INFORMATION SO CONTACT HER WITH YOUR NAME, ADDRESS, TELEPHONE NUMBER, EMAIL ADDRESS, AND LIST OF SYMPTOMS AFTER TAKING KENALOG. ANY PHOTOS WOULD BE EXTREMELY HELPFUL AS WELL. THE MORE PEOPLE WE GET THE BETTER WE WILL BE HEARD ESPECIALLY FROM NEW YORK, MARYLAND, AND DELAWARE. PLEASE RESOND ASAP TO GET THIS DRUG OFF THE MARKET. LISA WILL KEEP YOU POSTED AND YOUR INFORMATION WILL BE CONFIDENTIAL!
Gcusworth - How can the company that manufactures Kenalog be allowed to sell it? Are the victims that have side effects acceptable collateral damage?
I was 44 years old when I was diagnosed with avascular necrosis (the crown of my left femur broke). I had been given three injections that were seperated by a period of at least six months. Now the other hip is deteriorating and my doctor is recommending that I hold off as long as I can because of the life expectancy of the prosthetic joint.
Walking is difficult, the damage to my kidneys is questionable (I often use 800 mg of Ibuprofen for pain). But most of all I miss my old life style that included water skiing, snow skiing and running.
Let me help you stop the sale of this drug.
Jackieb57 - I had a cortisone injection into my elbow in March 2010. I noticed recently that the skin was getting white, now there is a huge indentation about the size of a quarter and it seems to be getting bigger. I called the Dr. and have an appointment to see him this week. Nobody told me that there would be this kind of side effect. I am concerned it will get even bigger!
Is this a perm effect or temporary???
Mskimb - MsKimb
Muscle pain from the top of my leg into my foot, stopping me in my track. One month later I have discoloration at the injection site. Any knowledge if color comes back, and when craming stops.
Email me kimsbless@msn.com
Marshashhenry - I am more than willing to participate if this is still active... have the irregular periods, dent in right hip.. dr's office NEVER told me of any side affects! marshashhenry@cox.net
Crissyadams1 - MY NAME IS CRISSY ADAMS AND I WANT TO JOIN IN ON THE CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT.. I WAS GIVEN THE INJECTION ON MY RIGHT BUTT CHEEK AND I AM HAVING THE SAME INDENTATION AND IT'S GETTING BIGGER. I HAVE ANXIETY, DEPRESSION, AND I AM VERY MOODY AND MY PERIODS ARE VERY UNPLEASANT. I LIVE IN LOUISIANA AND RECEIVED IT AT A DOCTORS OFFICE. MY E-MAIL ADDRESS IS crissy.raigan@ gmail.com... all lower case letters. Also discomfort on the site of injection..
Badoctober - YES I AM MORE THAN WILLING TO GO FOR A CLAIM OR LAW SUIT. I HAVE BEEN DEALING WITH THIS HORRIBLE ORDEAL SINCE OCTOBER 2007. IT IS NOW AUG. 2010. PLEASE HELP..
NORTH CAROLINA..
Badoctober - YES.. PLEASE CONTACT ME.. I HAVE BEEN DEALING WITH THE KENALOG EFFECTS SINCE OCTOBER 2007. IT IS NOW 2010.. AND I NEED HELP.. I AM NOT THE SAME PERSON I WAS THE DAY I WALKED INTO THE DOC'S OFFICE TO GET THIS SHOT..I WOULD NOT RECOMMEND ANYONE GETTING THIS SHOT.. HORRIBLE !!!!! PLEASE HELP.. IN N.C.
Abmont - I'm not sure if the shot I got in February 2010 was Kenalog or not, but I have a very large indentation on my right arm and seems to be getting larger and larger. I had an allergic reaction to an antibiotic and was given this shot to help with the hives all over my body. At the time I lived in Fort Worth, TX. angelamontgomery@bellsouth.net
Valeriek - Please count me in on the class action lawsuit as well - HUGE dent in my left buttock appeared 3 months after allergy shot which I have since found out from my medical records was, you guessed it, KENALOG. It's been 7 months now and it's a big dent that you can see even through clothes - it has disfigured me and I had a beautiful figure that I worked hard to maintain. How could ONE shot destroy it?! I had no clue anything like this could happen. Anyone with info on the suit can email me directly at valerie.kelly@dcranchnet.com
Jessicashade13 - Count me in on this.. I have a huge dent in my right buttocks and am having horrible pain in my right lower back and hip that goes down into my right leg. getting my records to show when i had it. contact me at makaylasmommy4ever@yahoo.com
Shanicpht - I had the Kenalog shot twice once in August 2010 in my ulnar and last week in my carpal tunnel. I am experincing horrible pain in my arm that extends from my hand to my shoulder. Locking up of my hand with flexion of phalanges to palm of hand. My menstral cycles are not the same before getting the shots and irregular I have had horrible abdominal cramps that extends down my leg with heavy bleeding and clotting in which I have not encountered before since after childbirth 10 years ago.
Badoctober - nicole do you know of a lawfirm that is willing to work with ones on this medication. please email rcreech2@carolina.rr.com
Honor006 - We have the same issues that people are describing, please keep us updated on any possible lawsuits.
honor006@yahoo.com
Kellyjr - I had my one and only kenalog shot over 8 months ago. I now have a dent in my back and in the process of seeing if it has effected my hip and pelvic bones. In addition to the muscle and tissue loss I also have aches in the area where I received the shot and also have a scar. I am very interested in this attempt.
Pjp1071 - Please add me to your list. I was given a kenalog injection approx. 2 months ago for an allergic reaction. A week ago I noticed a half dollar size indentation at the injection site. It feels as though the muscle is eroding (only way I know how to explain it) and there is a slight discoloration (bruising) and tenderness in the area. I am very worried about what will happen if the atrophy continues.
Also I have had problems with my monthly..I have now had my monthly for 3 weeks straight and I have always normal. I have never had an issue and the longest it has ever lasted has been 5 days. I do not think it is a coincidence and believe it is directly related to the Kenalog injection.
I think that Kenalog is dangerous and very toxic. I cannot believe that the FDA allows Dr's to inject this poison into our bodies. I was not even told of any side effects when I was given the injection and had I known I would have adamantly refused the injection. Someone should be held accountable.
Also, I am a web developer and would be happy to contribute in getting the word out to public. Something needs to be done about this!!! SIGN ME UP!!
Kelmiller1 - kenalog ruined my health, my self esteem and effected my life in countless ways over the last 20 years. i received shots 20 years ago, gained 90 pounds in less than 3 months, have stretch marks over the majority of my body including my forearms where even a morbidly obese person wouldn't get weight gain scars. despite losing the weight after the event, the scars will never go away and i will never be able to wear a tank top again. i got a tummy tuck to fix the skin after the weight loss but the scars remain on my skin which is ruined forever. i may be one of the few that can say that the repurcussions of this shot last forever. i have hormone and thyroid issues which baffle the medical and holistic world. i gain weight and cannot lose. the list is endless. i have no doubt that the situation my physical body is in now is the direct result of kenalog shots. i dont trust medications. i don't trust doctors. i will never have my beautiful skin or good health back.
Jo3990 - I also have a large dent in my left buttcheck from the Kenalog steriod shot. I seems to be growing and I'm VERY upset.
PLEASE keep me updated about any class action suit!
jo.jorgensen(at)prodigy.net
Steroidnightmare - I so hope you're feeling better now. I am stunned reading all these comments from people who have experienced the same as me. A year on from the injections, I feel much better but am still taking Amitriptyline to deal with the pain. Trying to go off it now. Cross fingers. How are you doing?
Steroidnightmare - Have you tried Amitriptyling for the pain. I hate to recommend another drug, after your/our awful experiences with Kenalog, but Amitriptyline is what really saved me. I was in the sort of state you described but am much better now, a year on. How are you doing? Frith
Steroidnightmare - Is this law suit going ahead? If so, does being a New Zealander rule me out? I'm keen to be involved. Have had a similarly dreadful experience to others. Cheers, Frith, frith@paradise.net.nz
Badoctober - YOU SAID IT.. I am so sick of dealing with the pain.. I had an injection 2 years 3 months ago.. My hip is gone. It feels like someone took my leg off and put it back into the hip socket wrong. I deal with severe crippling pain every day.. I AM SO UP SET WITH THE CHANGES THAT I HAVE FACED THE PAST TWO YEARS. AND IT IS GETTING WORSE.. DEGENERATING HIP FEMUR PAIN IT IS HORRIBLE.. NEVER DREAMED THIS COULD ALL COME FROM ONE INJECTION.
Tracy1983 - I'm in as well - tmorse11@gmail.com; just discovered a huge dent in my upper left buttocks. Probably golf-ball size. Went to the doctor who looked through my records and show that in November of 2009 I had a Kenalog shot.
Wilsonbar - has anyone heard from the poster? I'm trying to get something going and I will respond if no one has heard from the poster.
wilsonbar22@yahoo.com
Lacberry - I would like to participate. Lacberry999@yahoo.com------ I received a kenalog shot about 3 months ago and I have a huge dent on the top of my buttocks. It seems to be getting larger. I wasn't informed of the side effects of the shot! I had a respiratory infection and now I have a permanent hole!!!
Bombayzoe - I received my shot about a month and a half ago. I found this site trying to get information of what this half dollar divot on my arm is. Now I know and now I'm angry. I wasn't even asked if I wanted the shot! I am a thin 37 year old who now has high blood pressure- not bad but it wasn't high before. Can anyone tell me how big this dent in my arm is going to get? It gets worse by the week! I want in on the class action lawsuit. How far along has it come? My name is Kelly.... Gkgallerini@comcast.net
Bobbyschick - I also want in on a lawsuit. I rec'vd no info on dangers or side effects, just benefits. My doctor has not returned calls :/ I did call Bristol myers & spoke with a nurse she confirmed that my side effects pain odd menstrual cycle headaches unquenchable thirst mood swings & deep dent in buttock (tissue atrophy aka tissue death) etc... were KNOWN side effects she also said more than likely the "problems" are the administering (nurse/doctor) persons fault. That the kenalog should go directly into the muscle if it does not (needle to short/inexperienced or sloppy person giving injection) this is what occurs...then she referred to me to their website. I pleaded with her regarding if & when my symptoms would go away. she only stated she could not diagnose me :( I had two injections one in Sep 2010 the other in nov 2010. The dent started the begin. of feb after lots of throbbing pain for months...I just don't understand, if this is a drug that relies on precise expertise to administer why is it being put in the hands of incompetent people??? & what will the long term effects be for us who have had horribly adverse reactions to others stupidity??? I would definitely rather have hives than THIS!
eeek now I have a deformity! I'm srsly in if someone has an attorney ! I tried to email the original poster but my mail was returned as undeliverable :( :(
I'm truly sorry you are all going through this too! I wish you all much healthier happier futures & hope there is a solution to this soon.
clflemmons@aol.com
Kellys - KellyS - I had a Kenalog shot summer of 2010 and now my right butt check has a golf ball size dent. I am a fitness model and my career as become difficult as this shows through clothes. I am very upset as I was never warned about this side effect and would like to get involved in the lawsuit.....please email me kelbelshaw@hotmail.com for info on how I can get involved. London, UK
Bobbyschick - Just wanted update everyone quickly. THERE is HOPE!
I've just started saline injections weekly directly administered into the indentation. This has been proven to flush the kenalog faster & break up the kenalog in the area that could possibly be doing more damage over time to the already atrophied tissue. Please contact your physician to look into this procedure!! patients have seen amazing results in speeding up the healing process.
Best of luck to u all!!! :)
Sbaker - SBaker-Had a kenalog shot about three months ago for sinus isuues. The gal that gave me the shot did not mention any side affects and gave the shot in my right arm. Now I have a huge indention in my arm. Did not know what was causing my indention for a month and finally figured it out. I was told the atrophy is permanent and I am very upset. I am also having some other bad side affects as well. Please contact me if there is a lawsuit.......candsbaker@att.net
Cwhitt16 - Hello- i had a kenalog shot spring of 2010, and my sister had the same shot (same place) winter 2010 and we both have fat atrophy, muscle indentation, and scarring right below the shot site (top of buttocks). I would love to get involved or be helpful in anyway possible. We have been using castor oil packs (poultices) as a way to possibly loosen up the tissues and move the medication out of the area. These poultices are 100% safe, recommended by a naturopath, and should be done once a day for multiple weeks. cwhittler@stu.wccnet.edu
Juliehyatt - I received a Kenalog shot in my right buttock in early January for what my derm thought were hives. Now I have a quarter-sized and very obvious dent in the area where the shot was administered, and the muscle looks uneven and atrophied. It's very unattractive; even more embarassing is that my partner was the one that noticed it first and he asked me "hey what's going on with your butt looking so lopsided all of a sudden?... Also, since I received the shot I've had very intenste menstrual periods with longer bouts of bleeding almost like hemorrhaging (so bad that last month I contemplated going to the ER). I didn't know what to attribute these new symptoms to until I found this blog site. Now I know what the culprit is and I'm completely fuming! These drug companies (and some physicians who push certain drugs in a nepotistic manner) shouldn't take people's health and wellbeing so lightly. If a class action suit is opened I'd definitely like to be one of the plaintiffs!
Heidiclopton - My Dad received many Kenalog shots-60mg shots...and has gone from a bike riding, walking, and fishing 75 yr old man, to in just 3 months a man who sleeps all day, can't eat, muscle weakness so bad he can hardly walk or do stairs, and dementia issues. CAn anyone give me the info on the class action lawsuit please. I want him to get some help, and a doctor who is trained in chelation and hyperbaric is the only answer to heal his body...and that will require some cash! Please give me information on any lawsuits out there, ASAP. Heidi@covd.biz
Heidiclopton - My Dad is in Florida and Tennessee (2 homes) by the way, and all side effects have been documented and he has an appointment at the VA in early June because he is so mad at the MD that gave him the shots he doesn't want to go back there.
Jenmhb73 - I would like to be part. Had 2 Kenalog injections in low back. Now have painful indentation in same spot. Email is: jenmhb@msn.com
Groovypet2 - my son had this injection in november and since then he has a huge dent in his upper buttox. during the time he got shot he turned pale white and fainted. he also threw up many times. they didnt tell us that would happen nor did they tell us he would have a huge dent in his buttox. i would join the law suit my 15 yr old has perminant damage.
wise_shannon@comcast.net
Busybody - Hello All of you Kenalog sufferers.
I just read the site, after Google-ing "hip indentation and pain from a type of steroid injection" and am shocked and disheartened at all of your comments and posts.
I have a growing golf-ball sized hole in my hip, from an injection that my Dr. gave me in Costa Rica, at a private hospital, after being diagnosed with hip bursitis.
This is HORRIBLE and disfiguring!!! I too feel your pain. What has been done so far?
It's poison that these doctors are injecting into our bodies. Who makes this poison? How can it still be in use??? Some of these posts are years old.
I had my injection in February, and the site is getting deeper.
Please tell you what the story is, if anyone knows any information.
Thank you so much. This needs to be stopped and all of our issues addressed by the manufacturer.
Angela Phillips
angelasphillips@gmail.com
Busybody - Hello All of you Kenalog sufferers.
I just read the site, after Google-ing "hip indentation and pain from a type of steroid injection" and am shocked and disheartened at all of your comments and posts.
I have a growing golf-ball sized hole in my hip, from an injection that my Dr. gave me in Costa Rica, at a private hospital, after being diagnosed with hip bursitis.
This is HORRIBLE and disfiguring!!! I too feel your pain. What has been done so far?
It's poison that these doctors are injecting into our bodies. Who makes this poison? How can it still be in use??? Some of these posts are years old.
I had my injection in February, and the site is getting deeper.
Please tell you what the story is, if anyone knows any information.
Thank you so much. This needs to be stopped and all of our issues addressed by the manufacturer.
Angela Phillips
angelasphillips@gmail.com
Costigan - I recieved the Kenalog shot around August 2010 in Washington. I have a golf ball sized indentation at the injection site. It was freaking me out a little (OK a lot). I am glad to know what caused it. Ben Costigan costiganbj@hotmail.com
Lcyr - Had a 2 kenalog shots about a yr ago and now for bout 7mos i have been suffering from headaches, menstrual problems, fatigue, and have a golf ball size dent in my buttcheek. I asked my dr prior to the shot if there were any side effects and he said no. He recommended it to me for allergies. Yea, it helped with the allergies, but it has caused problems far worse then allergies, I am so embarrassed of this dumb dent! lenacr82@gmail.com
Kthieman - Kayla - march 8th left hip. about two weeks after saw a dent in my left hip/buttcheek. Wasnt sure what it was so I just watched it, last night noticed it got massivly bigger (I can lay my whole tumb in it) it is discolored and is starting to hurt. I've been noticing it the last week when I sit, I start to get pain in my hip. It is right on my bikini line and it is soo ugly. I am 28 yrs old and should not look like this. kthieman@chix.cc
Warhoff - My name is Bonnie Hoffmann. I too want to be part of this lawsuit. I noticed the dent and discoloration this past week and now it is beginning to hurt. It is in the upper part of my right buttock where I had received the shots. My doctor too told me there were no side effects, but I still went on line to check it out and didn't see anything about any of the side effects I am suffering or reading about here. This is NOT okay and we need to stop this from being injected/used on anyone else. So, what do I/we do now? How do we treat this and what will happen now? To say I am angry and scared is an understatement. Please contact me if you have any information. Thanks in advance You can contact me at warhoff@aol.com
Judithbright@mac.com - In February 2011 I was suffering from some kind of eczema or skin infection, the symptom of which were extreme itching all over my body and misery. I went to a dermatologist and I got antibiotics and steroids in large doses Intramuscular Injections in my buttocks. It is July and I JUST noticed a huge crater in my buttocks. Started googling and here I am. I believe the shot was Kenalog. I can call my doctor's office to find out. There was no mention of any kind of reaction or side effects, not much mention of anything- just told me what medicine I was to be given and then gave it to me. 1 minute with the doctor. I got a bit better but then called another dermatologist who thought I might have a staph infection. She told me to take a bleach bath and I was cured almost immediately. So now I don't have the skin issue, just the new divot that has shown up. It's ugly. I will take part in the suit. judithbright@mac.com
Judydellach - I too want to know more about a lawsuit. I was injected in Feb 2011 and now have an ever growing crater in my right butt cheek. I have had a host of menstrual cycle issues too that now after reading all of this I realize is certainly also because of the injection I received. I am furious that these side effects have been going on for all this time and still this product is being administered and ruining people. I would like any information anybody has on how to be involved in a lawsuit.
judydellach@gmail.com
Cooper Mom - cooperquilt@aol.com - Absolutely! Put me in! My daughter is 20 yrs old. She has scoliosis and went to the doctor for her pain. She has had surgery on her curve to help correct the curve. But still has some pain. Now ,after the Kenalog shot in her right arm she has a quarter size divet in her arm! She had the shot in Dec.2010. She has also been experiencing very heavy periods and some depression! This Drug needs to be taken OFF the market NOW! Is anybody listening???? What do we have to do to be heard?? When you get the moms involved we are ready to fight! I have contacted my insurance company and the office manager of the medical group that gave my daughter the shot. My next step is a lawyer, to keep this from happening to anyone else.
Suzannahdove - SuzannahDove@aol.com. I recieved a Kenelog injection 3 months ago. After the injection, the next day, I had to go to urgent care for shortness of breath. Now, I have a crater, about 2x3 Inches wide on my upper buttox where the injection site is. It's very painful and now pain is spreading down my leg AND my lower back.
Suzannahdove - SuzannahDove@aol.com. I recieved a Kenelog injection 3 months ago. After the injection, the next day, I had to go to urgent care for shortness of breath. Now, I have a crater, about 2x3 Inches wide on my upper buttox where the injection site is. It's very painful and now pain is spreading down my leg AND my lower back.
Kpacenti - I received a steroid shot in left buttock Dec. 2010, need to check if Kenalog or not. A few months later noticed small indention and discoloration, my doctor said he had never seen something like that before, looked like some kind of trauma. I hadn't had any trauma there however that I could remember. In May 2011 it was about 1 1/2 wide and 1/2 - 1 deep, but now it is August and it is 2 1/2-3" wide and I feel it is growing. I was never warned about side effects, it is disfiguring and I am worried. I also noticed in the past few months I am losing my hair. koconnell_@hotmail.com
Jeanniesue - Received 40 mg kenalog injection to knee one week ago. No warnings about possible side effects provided and had taken only one injection of depomedrol with no side effects more than one and one half years prior. Had almost immediate side effects of fevers, flushing and fatigue lasting initial 4-5 days followed by fatigue and extreme unrelenting heartburn. My ECG today showed tachycardia! We are dealing with a corporate giant and a big drug lobby. The Drs. pass off these complaints as primarily nuisance. This drug from all reports CAN be dangerous to some people and depending on the dosage and patient medical history. PLEASE people, report these instances to the FDA immediately, looking for feedback on any class action.
Callico - I have two major holes in my hips from Kenalog injections. I didn't know what it was when it first started. Looked like a stretch mark but worse. Now it is the size of a golf ball. Not knowing what it was I went to the doctor for my seasonal allergy shot and when he noticed it he said oh, lets do the other side. Never said anything to me about it being caused by kenalog and now I have the same thing on the other side. I do not remember signing anything and I was never told of any side effects. It has been over a year now and they just keep getting larger. I am so upset. Will never be able to wear bikinni and am embarrased to wear lower jeans because the holes are high in my hips. When I showed another doctor these they said the injection was not even given in the right area. So frustrated. How can these doctors and FDA get away with this?
Kraazee - I have had a lot of similar symptoms - can you please tell me if a) you have filed a class action lawsuit and B) if me being in California will exclude me. Thank you.
Havehopehdub@aol.com - I would like the most up to date information. I was treated for dehydration and given this steriod at an Urgent care Oct 2010 and it is now Sept 2011 and the pain and damage is still growing larger. I do not know what to do. It is very embarrassing.. I am 27y.o. and single; this is making me very depressed. Havehopehdub@aol.com . Thanks, Heather
Lks007 - lstalzer@centurytel.net - I had a kenalog shot for a severe degenerative disc disease & 2 bulged discs in my neck 3 weeks ago & I know have shingles (dormant chicken pox virus) I have alot of pain down my right side. I also had thrush. I was diagnosed with both. I was deeply depressed & felt as if I had the flu for 2 weeks. My neck is very sore to the touch where I go the injection, so sore I cannot wear my seatbelt. The sore spots on my leg burn first and then they swell and I can barely walk...I am 40 years old and I feel like I'm 60. Thanks, Lana from Missouri
Melaniegron - Had a Kenalog shot 5 months ago to treat poison ivy. Over the last few months have noticed a golf-ball size dent at injection site - growing steadily. Also in the last few months, major problems with my menstrual cycle, terrible headaches, and depression. Very concerned since the area is still growing. Area is also discolored. melaniegron@hotmail.com
Melaniegron - Had a Kenalog shot 5 months ago to treat poison ivy. Over the last few months have noticed a golf-ball size dent at injection site - growing steadily. Also in the last few months, major problems with my menstrual cycle, terrible headaches, and depression. Very concerned since the area is still growing. Area is also discolored. melaniegron@hotmail.com. I'm from Georgia and going to see a doctor in a few weeks for treatment.
Hedge01 - hedge01@nsuok.edu
I recieved a kenalog shot in my right hip/back area last September. The shot was very painful and left a white zigzag scar which i had complained about to many people. Sunday morning i woke up with a 1/4 inch indention in the same place. After researching, I realized it had to be from this shot. Over the past couple days, the spot has slightly changed and is turning white. No current pain, but the scar has hurt in the past. I will be going to the doctor tomorrow to recieve a note authenticating this. Very interested in law suit!!
Mgibb415 - Please keep me informed of any lawsuit. I had a Kenalog injection for an upper respiratory infection four months ago and now have a quarter size divot at the injection site. Email: goofygibbon@yahoo.com.
Adman - I have just noticed a hole in my right buttock. Same golf ball size. Really scared! Will it get bigger? Will it grow back? :(.. I was never told of these side effects! I would be interested in a law suit, I live in the UK, would I need to do this separately? Adam - Leeds - England.
Jaylowe - Hi there, i have just come across this site after researching the injections. I had the injection 8 months ago and have been left with a massive dent in my right buttock. I too was never told of any side affects and cant belive this many people are affected and they are still giving it out! i read that saline injections help flush it out of the area and help it heal! has any one else heard of this? i am going to the doctors tomorrow to see what they have to say but i will not be taking this lightly and accepting im left with it. The people that are giving this out have to take responsibility for it. Have you any more information about it, and is the law suit going ahead? I will defenately be part of it, i live in the uk does this matter?
E.mail jaylowe123@yahoo.co.uk
Syndivo - I am shocked by so many people who are going through this to and not just me... I've had the kenalog shot 5 months ago, about 2 months now I've noticed an indention in my right upper buttocks. I was never given any information from the doctor saying these were the side effects. I came to the doctor as a referral from many friends for bad allergie problems, indeed the first few months was a miracle from not having to injest benadryl or other allergy medication.... but the horrible horrible hole it left is a site I dont even want to see. I would like more information about this suit and any updates. syndivo@yahoo.com
Jensat01 - jsatterfield- I want in the law suit. I got kenalog shot in dec 2011 and now i have a indent in my arm where i got the injection. And now i have tingling going down my arm all the way to my fingers. And I have had my period for over a month and still going. please update me on what is going on with the lawsuit. jsatterfield0822@yahoo.com
Stouta04 - astout04 - Please send me in formation I have the dent on the left side of my buttocks. I was not told about the possiable side effects. I had it around November/December 2011 and it has not gone down at all. I read the only way to get rid of it is to have fat injections to fill the area. I am interested in the lawsuit too. thanks...
stouta04@yahoo.com
Jenny Marshall - Marshall-My name is Jenny Marshall and I would like to join your lawsuit. I have had 3 kenalog injections and have a large dent in my right buttocks. I had the injections for my sinusus . They were 3 months apart from each other in 2011. I live in sierra vista az and had the injections delivered by the VA clinic and by the allergists i was going to.
Lisawrg - Holy cow- me too! Had one injection in January 2012 for an allergic reaction to Bactrim (Hives). Noticed a weird sore scaly patch for awhile and just this morning noticed the indentation on my left buttock where the injection was and the ache-y soreness is still there also. Yes I am interested in the class action lawsuit- I was not warned that this could be a side effect!
lisawrg@yahoo.com
Huzzer - I also have had the kenalog shot and now i have a red patch on my but and a dimple where the medicine was injected! I had 3 shots for exema and 2 of them have left dimples!
Costigan - I had a kenalog injection in August 2010. My symptoms are a golf ball size indentation at the injection site. Thanks for your help. Ben Costigan - costiganbj@hotmail.com
Milestone - I had numerous Kenalog injections for cronic hayfevef treatment.
I have just read an article in the British medical journal that attributed this drug to avascular necrosis, an identical outcome that affected me.
The result for me was to have both my hips replaced.
I live in the UK so not sure if I can join a US class action.
Does anyone know of UK attorneys handling these cases.
Colintabor@aol.com
Caralee123 - I had a doctor's (PCP) office give me the injection for allergies . I didn't have to sign anything, no side effects sheet provided and i didn't have to sign for it. At the exactlocation of the injection is a golf ball size disfiguring indentation in my upper buttocks hip area. I alops have had irregular menses ever since requiring me to have a an hysterectomy. I definately would sign up for a class action lawsuit!!!!!!!!!!!!
cara_rain_h20@hotmail.com
Moniwoni - I also would sign up. I had the injection at the end of October and have a big indent/hole in my left arm. I also had my period last over a month and has been a lil irregular since. Not sure if anyone else has noticed sleeping issues as well.
Daizey128@hotmail.com
Keb - I went to my FMD for pain in my lt. glute back in Dec. 2011. The nurse gave me a shot in the rear, which did not help at all. In fact, it made the pain worse. I started having pelvic pain, and thigh pain. The pain is 24/7 and it hurts to touch...can't lay on my lt. side at night. I also noticed a big reddish brown spot to come up weeks after the shot and I have also noticed my rear is sinking in where the shot was given. In January, I started having alot of stomach and bowel problems. I read this post, while googling my symptoms and just have called my family doctor's office and the nurse confirmed that my shot given in Dec. '11 Was Kenalog!! Here I thought I had some kind of bone cancer in my rear and thigh, went through x-rays etc. and it's all because of this shot I received. Who do I contact regarding this lawsuit. Oh, how I wish I'd never been given Kenalog. kblankenship@fpscorp.com
Bella30 - Bella from texas- I too have had this since a very long time ago. Ive been emberassed my whole life. It literally makes me sad. I would like to join the law suit..thanx. belicious0925@yahoo.Com
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Ziggybopp - injection of Kenalog 11 months ago...dent at site, loss of integrity of buttock continues. donnajeanette@live.com
Susans - Hi, I just wanted to say that i had these dents that were huge and disfiguring after kenalog shots to both sides of my butt. I was so distressed. My doctor gave me no hope and said thay were permanent. Well I am very pleased to say that the doctor was wrong. They filled back in but took about two years. My butt went back to normal but took time. I had to be very patient and the only thing that gave me any hope was the other people who wrote in to this site who told of theirs filling back in so thank you to all who wrote back in. I will never ever have another shot of kenalog again. I warn everyone. The doctors and nurses dont warn of this nasty side effect. Why ? Probably because if they did people would not have the injection. This has really opened my eyes and I will research anything else that is connected to my health in future.
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Vizmit600 - Put me on the list. I had an inner ear blockage treated with triamcinolone acetonide nasal spray over a two month period. After about a month of this I started to become terrified to the point of feeling sick in interpersonal interactions such as sales calls and interviews. I hoped that after the treatment was over I would recover normal functionality in this area but I am still terrified and feel sick to my stomach just looking at the sort of businesses I used to call on. It has been over six months now since the treatment stopped.
Macneely - Hello. I writing to inquire about the class action suit. I received a kenalog steroid shot on 1/26/12 due to having a sore throat/laryngitis (I am looking at my medical records right now). I noticed a "dent" in my right upper buttocks (place of injection) around March of this year. I visited a dermatologist today and she confirmed that the area was atrophy caused by the steroid shot. The indentation is about 2.8 cm in length and feels "beady" to the touch. I weigh around 120lbs so this is very noticeable. It looks as if something is eating away at my butt. I am a 28 year old healthy female. I received the shot from a Care United Medical Center in Forney, Tx. When I went to obtain my medical records from this clinic, I asked if i had signed anything before being given the shot and was told no, that I had not. Also, no side effects of the shot were verbalized to me before giving me the shot.The dermatologist I saw today said that the treatment she would recommend would be to receive a permanent fill. I was told this would cost $900 and not be covered by my insurance since it is considered cosmetic. I am very interested in joining any class action suit. Thank you! My email address is maeganmcneely@hotmail.com. Please advise.
Lhentges - Hi I had Kenalog injection in Feb. 2012. My leg has been tingling and weak at times. A golf ball sized indentation is now where the injection site was. Please advise if possible. It is tender/hurts and I'm afraid it will keep spreading. Thanks, Lisa lisahentges@yahoo.com
Corticosteroid Risks - Hi Lhentges: Check posts about "saline infiltration" for the indentation and see the following article in this medical journal about saline for indentations: [link removed]. The article is called "Treatment of Local, Persistent Cutaneous Atrophy Following Corticosteroid Injection with Normal Saline Infiltration." A good dermatologist should be familiar w/this technique. Thank goodness I'm not dealing with indentation as a side effect since I received epidural injections, but I do have numbness/tingling/weakness in all extremities going on 5 months now and hoping it will eventually subside. I was told by one doctor who has apparently seen this before that in my case, its nerve irritation caused by the cortisone concoction (could be the cortisone, the preservative, the dye . . .). However, after consulting with many doctors after my disastrous Kenalog experience, it seems that no one seems to really understand the workings of this drug - both good and bad. Good luck!
Sjancuski - NC here - I have a huge dimple too....confirming shot type - please let me know more about the suit. Thanks, Susan.....
Shawna41653 - Ky here I got the shot june 25th how could I forget been having a period since july 5th I have night sweats, large swelling on my face, I call my dr he says no of this is due to the shot and does nothing so I am trying to tuff this out, I also have mood swings, stomach cramps, I have no insurance so I cant really afford a dr to help me, I had the injection in my knee 80mgs I am told now, No one told me the side effects to this terriable drug, prue hell, I am in comptonshanna@yahoo.com, email me any info on what I need to do,
Sjancuski - I received 80 mg of kenalog for a really bad sinus infection in my rt buttocks Sept 13th, 2009 and in the last couple of weeks found out why I have this huge dent and disfigured butt. I've read that saline injections are a possible fix for this issue - Does anyone have any information on this? I've also read that the injection was given incorrectly by the nurse. Wouldn't this put the responsibility on doctor? I had one lawyer call me and say this would be consider mal-practice and they won't touch it. Thoughts? Please email me @sjancuski@gmail.com. I just want my butt fixed and I want the responsible party to take ownership of this issue. My friend in FL has the exact same issue and is seeking resolution, also.
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Ballen - I hope its not too late to be a part of this issue. I had a c-section in Aug 2011 that resulted in ongoing abdominal nerve pain. My Gyn performed 2 Kenalog/Lidocain injections in both November and December 2011. The injections slowly resolved the nerve pain, but starting after the last injection I started having abnormal vaginal bleeding, severe bruising, abdominal pain, and a progressive deformity at the injection site. I was not happy with the care I was receiving from the OBGYN that performed these injections and have since changed doctors. My current OBGYN has done all that she can and i am now waiting to see the general surgeon. To date, i have had a diagnostic lap, and a D&C to address the abd pain and vaginal bleeding. I am now seeing a general surgeon to address the pain and major deformity across my abdomen. 8 months later- the indentation is discolored and is the size of a half dollar. I feel it has progressively gotten worse and is now affecting my phyiscal activity for I have increased pain with exercise. In the end, the deformity is not visually appealing, and i can deal with its uglyness, i just want the pain to go away :-( brooke.allen31@gmail.com
Amdenison4 - If it's not too late, I would like to know more about and be a part of this lawsuit. I have a dent in my upper left buttock due to a Kenalog shot I got for inflammation in my shoulder. I also have pain and discoloration at the site of my shot. My email is alisundenison@gmail.com. Thank you!
Jaylowe - Hello all,
I left a reply on thus site about a year ago when I ended up with a huge dent in my right buttock from kenalog. I was told that this would be permanent from a dermatologist and that I would need surgery to repair it. I decided not to have it because of the scar I would be left with, but then to my surprise the dent started to get smaller and just 6 months later the dent has completely gone! All is left is what looks like a small bruise but even this is fading! So please all have hope it will heal it just takes time!
jaylowe123@yahoo.co.uk
Beware Corticosteroids - It's good that there are folks trying to pursue legal action where appropriate, but many of these "solicitations" are just that - flytraps by the manufacturer to attract a group of people who are willing to accept a small settlement in return for their silence (i.e. confidentiality - you would be required to sign an agreement). I've heard of one case where a solicitation like the one at the top of this page was conducted by Bristol, Myers, Squibb (Kenalog manufacturer) - initially unbeknownst to Kenalog sufferers - and resulted in a group of people being hustled during a meeting with BMS to settle for a small amount in return for their silence. If you have a serious, ongoing medical condition resulting from any drug, settling with the manufacturer for a relatively small amount may not be in your best interest.
Beware Corticosteroids - For indentations caused by corticosteroid injections, search for "saline infiltration" on this site. This is a low risk procedure that works to flush out steroid particulate that remains in the area of injection, causing the indentation. Apparently, this procedure has been demonstrated to be very successful.
Beware Corticosteroids - Check posts about "saline infiltration" for the indentation and see the following article in this medical journal about saline for indentations: [link removed]. The article is called "Treatment of Local, Persistent Cutaneous Atrophy Following Corticosteroid Injection with Normal Saline Infiltration." A good dermatologist should be familiar w/this technique.
Niccole - I had an injection in my left hip a few months ago at first it started as a bruise and was very sore, it then started peeling and and became red and itchy and also very painful. Now I have a quarter size indentation. I was not notified by the doctor that there were any side effects, much less a chunk of my butt could possibly go missing. I am interested in being a part of the lawsuit and you can email me at niccolemalone_2110@yahoo.com with details and if you have any other questions. Thank you for helping people that get taken advantage of like us.
Jhl3232 - Hello. I too had a injection of Kenalog in my face. Im on my third injection of saline because I researched the interent and found this article on fixing the dent with saline. Its [link removed] I also paid $35 to read the entire article on the 4 people who had saline injected their faces. It showed pictures of before and after. My dent is the size of a dime. I also had purple spot where this dent is. As you know its because the skin becomes sunken and you see blood vessels. I read another article about how this dent was corrected by a IPL, (intense pulse laser) helps restore collagen back. I have not tried that yet, I just read where someone did it from a kenalog injection. Another thing about the purple discoloration is because its lack of oxygen from the kenalog ingredients. So the saline injections supposedly helps bring oxygen back into the blood vessels to heal. I do not know what Im going to do after having these saline injections done weekly for another 2 months (because I also read kenalog stays in your system upto 3 months) I researched face fillers and the only thing I know will not have side effects is having fat grafting done. And plan to have this procedure if this dent is still on my face after a year from now. Just like you, I really hate what Im seeing in the mirror, my eyes wont quit studying everyday on what is happening to my face. I hope it gets better for all of us. lyds3232@yahoo.com
Missbeans - i am looking for people OUTSIDE the USA who have had bad kenalog reactions. Bristol Myers and the FDA must be brought to court over the terrible suffering this drug is causing....with doctors still saying "oh! never heard of THAT reaction before". ITS LIES. huge money is involved and theres something going on between Bristol Myers and the FDA to cover up/quiet down this issue. My sons life is really destroyed. And i am not talking indentation though thats bad enough....i am talking massive damage to his audio canals, psychosis, sweats, nausea, vision screwed up, terrible depression, sensation of severe pressure in head, screaming tinnitus that has disabled any concentration, cannot read or do music anymore (he is a musician) shocking weight loss, job and fiance gone, and suicidal. we are new zealanders /uk. He had the injection on Nov 3rd 2011.in canada. please contact me at mccannmo@gmail.com to get together and find out what we can do for those damaged outside the USA. We have a legal team working on this for us in canada, but they seem very unsure of anything and i want to get world wide exposure so NEED you to mail me. thank you. frith@paradise.net.nz. how are you doing? we want to hear from you.
Lisahan61 - I too have a abscess in my upper right buttock where I received a Kenalog injection. I would like more information on this if anyone can help. My email is lisahan61@yahoo.com. Will this continue to get worse? I actually have pain and tenderness in that area too. My shape is not so great.. but I still dont think they have the right to disfigure without .. less alone without any prior warning.
Annettego - I have an indentation from an injection from 3 months ago. Please contact me at annettegorden@hotmail.com.
Jnallen99 - I have a half dollar sized, purple indentation on my left upper buttocks. I had two Kenalog shots this past summer for an unknown rash. I do not have anything on the right buttock, as of yet. But this is horrible! Had I known that this could've happened, I would NEVER have gotten the shots. Just waiting for another one to appear on the right side. Please contact me at jnallen99@yahoo.com.
Annettego - I haven't heard back from anyone and am not sure what we can do, but I will be reporting my issues to the FDA. The more people that do so, maybe we can stop this from happening to others. [link removed]
Annettego - I haven't heard back from anyone and am not sure what we can do, but I will be reporting my issues to the FDA. The more people that do so, maybe we can stop this from happening to others. [link removed]
Kenalogneveragain - @Annettego and others suffering from a corticosteroid indentation: find paper titled "Treatment of Local, Persistent Cutaneous Atrophy Following Corticosteroid Injection with Normal Saline Infiltration" and bring to a good surgical dermatologist. The article is written by MDs who clearly state that a number of saline flushing treatments results in healing of the indentation. The authors believe that the saline washes out steroid particulate which can remain lodged at the injection site for years (contrary to what many doctors incorrectly assert, that it clears out of the body after a short period of time). Good luck!
Kenalogneveragain - @Annettego: I filed a report of my horrendous adverse reaction to Kenalog to both the FDA and the manufacturer Bristol-Myers Squibb (BMS is required to inform the FDA of all reports). To report by phone, FDA: 1-800-FDA-1088 and BMS: 800-332-2056. I agree that folks filing reports may possibly prevent the continued uneducated, cavalier administration of this potentially dangerous drug. Everyone who has suffered from Kenalog injections, please call the FDA and BMS. It's very easy. Like many others, I'm a bit cynical about the value of reporting, but it can do no harm and is the least we can do for ourselves and others suffering from this drug.
Missbeans - We are unable to use that number from the united kingdom. I am going to try to call BMP directly. If anyone knows of a number we can call from uk/europe please let me know, thank you.
Missbeans - It's been a year, now and we have been tol by specialists who are at the top of their field of work that it's irreversible. kenalog injected into the epidural space can cause massive blood pressure disruption, and apparently this is what has caused the damage to my sons audio canals, and the dozens of other terrible side effects. He gets terrible sensations inside his skull, dizzy, nausea, mood swings which are very hard to witness......oh I could go on and on. The fact is IT HAS BEEN A YEAR SINCE THIS INJECTION TOOK PLACE. He is STILL losing weight, his life is gone, he lives alone in an isolated place as he cannot stand any noise, he is completely financially dependant on me, at 39 years old, and he hates it. He was not dependant on me since he was 15...
The last time I tried to post this , it was "refused"' they would not post it, said there was a problem......there may be legal reasons as we are in the process of legal action, but I do not see the reason for not allowing my posts? The only reason I CAN come up with is that Bristol Myers do not want people to know that there's some of us actually in the process of legal action, and many more who want to take it....and if that's the case, then this forum is a Bristol Myers tool, and they are controlling some part of it....
Loveothers - Can anyone confirm that there is a class action going forward? I am interested in joining. Found a large indentation on my left buttock yesterday, 3.5 months post injection. Had a dose of kenalog administered July 3, 2012 to alleviate symptoms resulting from a severe allergic reaction to 1 drop of Polymixin Sulfate (for pinkeye). I typically avoid all medications because I do not trust any drug, and talked to the Dr. at length regarding any potential side effects BEFORE receiving the shot. I'm glad I insisted on a pediatric dose although I am in my 40's. I was told I was getting prednisone, which I had received once before for hives, with no adverse reaction. I called his office yesterday and learned that I had indeed received Kenalog. I am heartbroken to read the details of what many of you are suffering with. Mine is only cosmetic, but had I known of this risk, I would have endured my first issue, ironically caused by a drug as well.
Kenalogvictim44 - Please post Kenalog side effects on the askapatient website so the word gets out. google "askapatient." sorry, can't provide full askapatient link here since this site unfortunately does not post them.
Annettego - @kenalogneveragain thank you I have reported the drug. Everyone else please please report directly to manufacturer and FDA so we can do something to stop other people from receiving this drug!
Annettego - @missbeans Other than the 800 number, I do have an email address for the FDA. It is druginfo@fda.hhs.gov
Mandi0810 - PLEASE ADD ME IN AHUMPHREY08@YAHOO.COM
SAME HUGE ATROPHY IN MY LEFT BUTTOCK FROM A KENALOG SHOT AND NO WHERE TO TURN TO. NO ONE WILL TAKE MY CLAIM. THIS IS AWFUL.
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