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New evidence hip and knee steroid injections more dangerous than thought ,true for shoulder too?my gp wants me to have steriod injection for pain.i have spine cancer, had radiotherapy 2 yrs ago ,eat well i must avoid infections i'm 79yr female ,ideas

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Dr. Daniela Torres answered

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Hi there : Hi there :) don’t be scared trust your GP we study a lot and won’t put your health at risk. If she / he thinks that’s the best treatment for you it is. You’ll be fine, relax.

Answered 2/22/2020

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A member asked:

New evidence hip and knee steroid injections more dangerous than thought ,true for shoulder too?my gp wants me to have steriod injection for pain.i have spine cancer, had radiotherapy 2 yrs ago ,eat well i must avoid infections i'm 79yr female ,ideas

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Daniela Torres answered

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