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Hi, had cortizone (hydrocortisone) injection to treat elbow tendonitus a week ago. when i bend elbow it pops at times, no pain. how long does it take to work?
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3 weeks: popping frequently is from swelling. If the injection hasn't helped by three weeks, ask for an mri
Answered 2/12/2015
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