A member asked:

Doctor suggests an injection of marcaine steroid into the hip joint to relieve pain. is this reasonable?

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Dr. Michael Sinclair answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Yes: Marcaine is a longer lasting anesthetic. It is commonly used for things like joint injections. It is usually tolerated very well. It is usually combined with steroids to give long lasting relief.

Answered 6/27/2014

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