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What Are The Side Effects Of Cortisone Injection?
I had a cortisone injection in my elbow about 10 days ago and it has begun to itch around my elbow area and is still somewhat swollen and very warm to the touch. I have tried creams and Benadryl for the intense itching. Any suggestions as to what the problem may be?
Thu, 6 Nov 2014
Hi thanks for contacting HCM,
Local side effect can be occur due to cortisone injections such a pain, itching, erythema or blister formation. U have to use anti-histamine drugs or calamine lotion for local apply. if r u experienced fever then contact doctor.
Local side effect can be occur due to cortisone injections such a pain, itching, erythema or blister formation. U have to use anti-histamine drugs or calamine lotion for local apply. if r u experienced fever then contact doctor.
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