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A member asked:

Can i get a cortisone injection while i am also taking hydromorphone?

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Dr. Brian Le answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Yes: Hydromorphone is a narcotic pain killer. You can have steroid injection while taking this medication.

Dr Ihle agreed

Answered 9/19/2013

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I understand you can get face flushing after a cortisone injection, I had one in my knee and it's my second. The first one didn't do anything. The only thing is the flushing is severe, almost swollen. What can help it go away?

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I am about to get a cortisone injection on my foot. Would it be ok to drink alcohol on the same day?

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