cortisone injections

[meg321]

The last time I was in to see my Primary he gave me a cortisone shot, was having trouble breathing and just felt sick, he gave me antibiotics the week before ...anyway, the shot worked for less than a week.

I am now feeling bad again and the office says that I should come back in again..I think I can have up to 3 injections and I am not sure if I should, I don't know much about steroid/cortisone injections.  I do know I had one in my neck and it was great.

Just looking for some help understanding this situation.

Hugs, meg

P.S.   Actually I am hoping you understand what  I am saying...I am really having trouble with words.

[meg321]

I don't think so but I do have asthma....

[Sidesteps]

Is this for asthma Meg?

[meg321]

He had given it to me to help the breathing.....this Dr. I never trust though but he is leaving his practice so it keeps me from having to fire him,

Luckily I got to my cardio and I may have a blockage, not getting enough blood flow to my heart, will go into the hosp on Weds and find out whats going on.  I have no idea what will be happening.  My Dr. said it I have to get a stint I will be staying overnight.

Thats all I know and plus i am likely to get any other information wrong.

hugs, meg

[RazCarver]

That should read...
You might need more or maybe the problem isn't inflammation.

Sorry
Posting by phone can be interesting LOL

[RazCarver]

I use to get bronchitis a lot. If my oxygen level was below 90 my PCP would give me a cortisone shot, inhaler, and prednisone pills to take.  Cortisone is a powerful anti-inflammatory and can be very helpful in reducing inflammation. There are some risks in taking it as with any medication.

You might need more or may e the problem isn't

If you are still having trouble breathing then your doctor should

[maxthecat43]

Hi Meg,

I wish I could help.  I have had plenty of steroids for ms related issues; and and I have had cortisone shots several times for arthritis- but never for anything that required antibiotics.  I was given oral solumdedrol for a severe allergic reaction once...   I have also been prescribed a steroid inhaler for recurrent sinus infections.  I would politely ask why?  What will the steroids do to help?

Tammy