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A member asked:
I been havin back pain n leg pain went to a pain management clinic got shots of cortisone in my back n hips pain went away for a few weeks but is back?
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See your physician: Sometimes it takes more than one injection to get a lasting effect. In some cases, the injections are not the solution and surgery may need to be considered.
Answered 9/3/2013
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Steroid injection: After the injection, the steroid is absorbed and metabolized within few weeks. The effect of the injection might extend beyond the duration of the steroid. If you pain recurs, you might need a repeat injection. However, if your pain continues to recur, a surgical evaluation might be helpful.
Answered 12/9/2013
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