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What Are The Side Effects Of Cortisone Injection In The Shoulder To Break Scar Tissue?
i am about to get a cortisone shot in my sternum for a dislocated SC joint which i dislocated AFTER having had rotator cuff surgery. i will also be getting a cortisone injection in my shoulder to help break up scar tissue. are there any draw backs to this course of action?
Sat, 1 Jul 2023
Hi,
There are no such drawbacks from few injections. Side effects are only seen when these injections a taken for a long duration without the guidance of a doctor.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Diwashish Biswas, Internal Medicine Specialist
There are no such drawbacks from few injections. Side effects are only seen when these injections a taken for a long duration without the guidance of a doctor.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Diwashish Biswas, Internal Medicine Specialist
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