If Benefits outweigh: side effect;Medical community recommends treatment. Yes repeated Injection of Steroid can cause Aseptic necrosis of Hip joint . There is always risk of introducing infection in the joint, increasing Blood Sugar, Reducing your Immunity temporarily; but It is given by your Orthopedic/Rheumatologist or IR for specific condition and only infrequently like after 3 to 6 months apart.
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Cortisone injections: Cortisone injections can be very helpful for chronic joint pain. However, shots more frequent than every 4 months can increase your risk for vascular damage to the hip, known as aseptic necrosis. Steroids can have many side effects, although less likely when injected vs. oral meds. Long term use can suppress the immune system, cause osteoporosis, affect the adrenal system, impair wound healing.
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