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ann35504
ann35504

Had a cortisone injection yesterday afternoon, not to bad, but had a bad night when the numbness wore off, and want to know if this pain which to me, now is worse then before, will go away,

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  • renee01952
    renee01952 ann35504

    Posted

    hi ann, 

    warm welcome to the hippies forum where we share our personal stories and experiences related to total hip replacement surgery - members are in all stages of this procedure, including still on the fence, pre-op - , post-op - the whole enchilada -

    So sorry to hear that you are in so much pain that you needed a cortisone inection - I am assuming that you have pain in your hip ...

    What diagnosis were you given - was an x-ray taken?

    Mine was  affected by severe osteo-arthiritis , bone-on-bone grinding pain - I was told by GP that cortisone injection might help for a very short time (it was too advanced) - so I didn't get one ...

    a lot of people benefit and have relief but in between time will get shorter -

    was this your first shot?

    I apologize for asking all these questions ...

    of course, when you have developed a fever or swelling , contact your doctor immediately -

    and come back here with any questions or concerns ---

    you are not alone

    big warm hug

    renee

     

    • ann35504
      ann35504 renee01952

      Posted

      Hi thanks for reply, have had an x-ray and was told moderate arthritus in the hip not enough for operation, the guy who did the ultra scan would not say if it was a bursa, but I was hoping for a faster relief from the injection, just wondered if anyone had had it and could tell me how long before I feel any signs of less pain.
    • renee01952
      renee01952 ann35504

      Posted

      I hope other members will respond to your question - 

      the only experience I have is a injection in elbow (tendonitis) which was very painful afterwards - Orthopedic accidently injected in bone - 

      How are you doing right now?

      I hope it works for you and wish you months of being pain free-

      \

      angel blessings

      renee

       

  • CBC
    CBC ann35504

    Posted

    Following my THR on June 17, I was given a prescription for Percocet, which I was taking at to prescribed times.For the past week, I've only been taking it at bedtime, using Tylenol 1 during the day.

    While Percocet helps to reduce the pain, it leaves me feeling like a zombie the next day.

    Last night, I didn't take Percocet; instead took two Tylenol 1s. Didn't sleep at all due to the pain.

    Does anyone know of a painkiller that will help me get through the night, but without the negative side-effect?

  • fiona_08868
    fiona_08868 ann35504

    Posted

    Hi Ann,

    I had a cortisone shot although my OA was considered advanced. My surgeon wanted to know what symptoms would be relieved as some weren't a-typical. I had it first thing in the morning and was fairly uncomfortable most of the day but the next morning it felt like a miracle! No pain at all on that side. It only lasted full force for about 2 weeks because I was advanced but yours doesn't sound right to me. I'd be heading back to the Dr if it doesn't change quickly. Good luck!

    • ann35504
      ann35504 fiona_08868

      Posted

      Thanks, well it is getting on for 24 hours now, and to be honest it feels the same as before the injection, but perhaps a bit worse as I have had no painkillers today, Will wait the 24 hours and see then,
    • renee01952
      renee01952 ann35504

      Posted

      Hi Ann, 

      checking in with you to find out if you have any pain relief? 

      have you checked with your doctor ?

      I am so sorry that you are in pain, darling

      big warm hug

      renee

    • ann35504
      ann35504 renee01952

      Posted

      Thank you for all your kind support, it does feel a bit better this morning, more like I have been 'kicked' by a horse, but it is now only 36 hours, so I know I must be patience, thanks again, if I do not appear anymore don't worry as I have trouble with your site it keeps jamming, but thanks again for your help/

  • michelb
    michelb ann35504

    Posted

    Before I had my hip replacement, I would get cortizone injections under fluoroscopy and I took data to measure the effectiveness.  I would be sore from the injection for a few hours but later that same day, I would be in significantly less pain than before the injection.  Unfortunately, the pain relief would only last for a couple of weeks so it was not a viable long term solution since they would only do the injection every 3 or 4 months.
  • drblessed
    drblessed ann35504

    Posted

    Times will tell good luck. Some people do great and some people are like me.still can stand or walk far any given lenght of time. I pray you'll be fine.

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