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A cortisone shot i was given three weeks ago caused additional swelling in my knee. ice, rest, anti inflammatory, and pt is not helping. what can i?
6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Cortisone shots: Should help if they actually got into the knee joint, at the worst they should make no difference. It is possible that the injection did not get into the knee joint and your pain worsened. Studies have shown that the best place to put an injection is on the upper outer aspect of your knee next to the kneecap. If it still hurts i would get it reevaluated.
Answered 3/2/2013
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See doc: There are several possibilities. The two that can cause a significant increase in swelling is infection or a steroid flare. The steroid flare usually only lasts a day or two. You need to call the doctor.
Answered 2/16/2021
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