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Is it normal to still have pain after having a cortisone shot in knee 2 weeks ago? now the pain is on the outer side of knee.and there's clicking.

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Dr. Sean Darcy answered

Specializes in Aesthetic Medicine

Pain after Cortisone : A cortisone shot doesn't completely eliminate pain but is intended to reduce the pain. The clicking is concerning for cartilage issues with your meniscus. It's important to schedule a Followup with your orthopedic surgeon.

Answered 8/29/2018

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