Re: What are the pros and cons of cortisone shots???
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Posted by Jeanne on July 18, 1998 at 21:58:17:
When Cortisone was first suggested (6 months on crutches), I was hesitant, but desperate. So, I started with my most acute foot, and the shot hurt like hell, as you would imagine forcing fluids into an inflamed area would be. I iced and elevated for one day thereafter, because the shot made my foot hot and painful. It took at least two weeks before I suddenly realized there was some relief there. So, I went and had my other foot done.
I was somewhat hopeful, but then had a recurrence. This time I thought I would go directly and get the cortisone shot, but my doctor said she didn't want to administer another shot, because repeated cortisone shots weaken and destroy the ligaments... so...
I have an appointment with a surgeon. I'm not heartened by the concept, but 10 months of crutches and a wheelchair, I'm not sure what to try anymore. I hope that cortisone works for you.
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