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Do i need another cortisone injection in my big toe for bursitis if the initial one did not work?
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No bursa there: There is no bursa in that area so i would suggest a 2nd opinion.
Answered 12/30/2013
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Bursitis: The likehood of a reactive or adventitial bursa isn't out of the question. I see them in hammertoes all the time. See your treating ohysician , but the cause needs to be identified.
Answered 12/30/2013
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