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What Causes Severe Leg Pain Post Cortisone Shot?

Hi, after receiving a lumber cortisone injection was in a lot of pain, could not lift my legs. As soon as the doctor found out I have fibromyalgia I received injection starting with de....have no clue if it was a muscle relaxer, placebo, do you have an idea what it was?
Thu, 28 Apr 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have severe leg pain post Cortisone shot . Well the symptoms you mention in query can occur due to may reasons like avascular necrosis , bursitis , epididymitis , hydrocele , inguinal hernia , muscle strain , pinched nerve or sciatica . But in your case the symtoms are probably due to cortisone short, which usually occur. I would suggest you to consult general surgeon for proper examination . Doctor will examine physically or order ultrasound or x-ray to confirm the diagnosis . Doctor may refer you to orthopedic surgeon if the problem is related to muscle strain . Doctor may prescribe analgesic , anti inflammatory or antibiotics . For now apply warm compresses on groin area , take proper rest .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Severe Leg Pain Post Cortisone Shot?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have severe leg pain post Cortisone shot . Well the symptoms you mention in query can occur due to may reasons like avascular necrosis , bursitis , epididymitis , hydrocele , inguinal hernia , muscle strain , pinched nerve or sciatica . But in your case the symtoms are probably due to cortisone short, which usually occur. I would suggest you to consult general surgeon for proper examination . Doctor will examine physically or order ultrasound or x-ray to confirm the diagnosis . Doctor may refer you to orthopedic surgeon if the problem is related to muscle strain . Doctor may prescribe analgesic , anti inflammatory or antibiotics . For now apply warm compresses on groin area , take proper rest . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari