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Posted by CCF Neurosurgery MD on January 18, 1998 at 17:08:22:

In Reply to: Epidurals posted by Jeff on January 17, 1998 at 19:59:07:

: Can you tell me what the minimum recommended interval is, for multiple
  epidural injections for a herniated or bulging disc?  For a series of
  three, would waiting two days between injections be ok?
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Dear Jeff,
The efficacy of epidural injections must be evaluated on a patient by patient
basis.  For some the relief will last a week and for some it will last a day.
Most herniated lumbar discs will resolve if given enough time, and the pain
will improve.  The epidural injections are used to bridge that gap.  When
conservative management is not effective, a patient may be considered for
surgery.
Talk to your physician about his plan in your case.
Good luck.