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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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Let the MD who gave you the shot see you
Answered 3/13/2022
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Some might reccommend Benadryl before next injection. I would recommend telling your Dr about what happened and ask you should be given another injection given that reaction.
Answered 3/18/2022
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