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Having ultrasound guided pubic symphysis injection with cortazone for a sports injury, do i need to shave my pubic area? radiologist doing injection

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Dr. Craig Morton answered

Yes: This is usually a very effective treatment for pubic symphysis pain. A close shave in this area will make it easier to get adequate imaging using the ultrasound

Dr Seibert agreed

Answered 6/12/2017

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A member asked:

Having ultrasound guided pubic symphysis injection with cortazone for a sports injury, do i need to shave my pubic area? radiologist doing injection

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Craig Morton answered

Dr Seibert agreed

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