What are the Hazards of Corticosteroid Injections?

Corticosteroid injections are often administered to relieve pain and promote healing.

Its primary functions are to increase blood sugar, suppress the immune system, and aid in fat, protein and carbohydrate metabolism. 

There are side effects and should be cautiously especially with diabetics. It is known to decreases bone formation.

Researchers generally find that there is a good short-term benefit from corticosteroids but there are some long-term side effects, which may be less desirable.

Some patients report good initial relief before a recurrence of symptoms.

As with all medications, a discussion with you doctor regarding the pros and cons should always apply to corticosteroid injections.

The important thing to note about corticosteroid is that they may assist the healing rate but if the cause of your pain is how you have neeb moving then your problems will eventually return.

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