Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
How long does cortisone shots last for.
6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Depends on multiple : Factors. Ex. Where it is being injected; some areas of the body are more responsive to cortisone than others. It depends on reason 4 injection. For inflammatory or degenerative joint pathologies, depends on how bad the degeneration/inflammation is, how bad the pressure on the nerve is, what your "genetics" is with susceptibility to inflammation, how much daily stress the body area is subjected to.
Answered 11/28/2017
4.9k views
Variable: No specific answer. Depends on where given, why done, underlying problem, location. Can last for days, weeks, or even months.
Answered 11/27/2013
4.9k views
Related Questions
A member asked:
I think i asked this question before, had a cortisone shot 3 months ago, lasted two days, yesterday i had a transforaminal epidural, will I have a problem?
7 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
A member asked:
I received a cortisone shot alcohol based ...third one a week ago. Injection site itches...didn't the last two times. How long will it itch?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Had cortisone shot in knee 3 days ago.Is it normal to still have pain or does it take longer for the shot to take into effect?How long does it take?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Hi, I had a shot of cortisone (TRIAMCINOLONE) today, can I drink two or three beer tonight? My cure will last for 20 days. Should I avoid alchool totally or can I drink two or three beers?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
I have had two cortisone shots in my left shoulder within the last 2 months and they are not giving me any relief. What is next for tendonitis?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
People also searched for:
Is it normal for my knee to be sore after a cortisone shot? And how long does that last? Had one on my knee, will it be easier to walk longer now?
I have arthritis in my foot and ankle. I have tried cortisone shots which provide relief for a week. Is there an alternative which lasts longer?
Last year in July after having xrays of both knees that showed bone on bone,I had the first cortisone shot in my left knee and the third shot in my right knee.Orthopedic surgeon recommends both knees be replaced ASAP.Since I have much unfinished work to do before risking the possibility of a longer than usual recovery.I am doing strengthening exercises and ride bicycle,just rode thirty miles.What else can I do My knees, especially my right knee, have been getting worse over the last 15 years?
I have been taking cortisone shots for eight months now. It seems that their not working any longer! what can I do to stay out of pain?
Still flushed in face after four days from cortisone shot in shoulder. How long might this last?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
