Corticosteroid Injections

Conditions Treated

• Acne Cysts: Quickly reduce painful inflammation and accelerate healing of stubborn acne cysts. 
• Keloid and Hypertrophic Scars: Soften, flatten, and minimize redness in raised, thickened scars. 
• Alopecia Areata: Stimulate hair regrowth by suppressing the inflammatory processes attacking the hair follicles. 
• Scarring Alopecia: Reduce inflammation to help preserve remaining hair and potentially stimulate regrowth. 

Benefits of Corticosteroid Injections: 

• Rapid relief of inflammation and discomfort 
• Improved cosmetic appearance for scars 
• Potential restoration of hair growth in alopecia 
• Minimally invasive with little to no downtime 

What to Know Before Your Treatment: 

• Inform your doctor if you have any allergies, particularly to corticosteroids. 
• Mention if you’re currently pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to become pregnant. 
• Disclose all medications and supplements you are currently taking. 

What to Expect During Your Treatment

Before: 

• Your physician will examine the affected area to confirm suitability for corticosteroid injections. 

During: 

• The treatment area will be cleaned with an antiseptic solution. 
• A fine needle is used to inject a precise dose of corticosteroid medication directly into the target area. 
• You may feel slight pressure or a brief, mild sting. 
• The procedure is quick, typically taking only a few minutes. 

After: 

• Mild redness, tenderness, or slight bruising may occur at the injection site; these symptoms typically resolve within a few days. 
• Avoid excessive touching, rubbing, or applying cosmetics to the treated area for 24 hours. 
• Results typically become apparent within days to weeks, depending on the condition treated. 

Not Suitable If You: 

• Have active infections at the injection site. 
• Are allergic to corticosteroids or components of the injection. 
• Have certain medical conditions as determined by your primary care provider. 

Pricing & Booking

The cost of the corticosteroid medicine for injection(s) is not covered by MSP. There is a fee of $25 – $65 depending on how many injections are required.  

Referral from your primary care provider is required. Once referral is received, a consultation and skin assessment will determine if this is the appropriate treatment for your condition.