Cortisone shots

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Results

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Results of cortisone shots typically depend on the reason for the treatment. Cortisone shots commonly cause a temporary flare in pain and inflammation for up to 48 hours after the injection. After that, you should experience decreased pain and inflammation at the injection site.

References
  1.  Joint injection/aspiration. American College of Rheumatology. http://www.rheumatology.org/public/factsheet/jointinjection.asp?aud=pat. Accessed Sept. 23, 2008.
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  3. Roberts WN. Joint aspiration or injection in adults: Technique and indications. http://www.uptodate.com. Accessed Sept. 24, 2008.
  4. Roberts WN. Intraarticular and soft tissue injection: What agent(s) to inject and how frequently? http://www.uptodate.com. Accessed Sept. 24, 2008.
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