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What Causes Numbness In Arm After Getting A Cortizone Shot?
Question: i just got a cortizone shot in my shoulder and my arm is numb. i've had a dozen of these before and that's never happened before. should i be concerned?
Brief Answer:
For now, monitor only!
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you so much for this query,
I am so sorry to hear about this numb feeling that you have reported. We would only get concerned about this if this feeling persists. Most often, it resolves without the need of any further medical attention This is not life threatening, though not a common occurrence, it is not a rare observation.
In all, monitoring is enough. It should resolve spontaneously. If this fails to occur, then we would examine to understand if any nerve was injured but less likely to be that.
I hope this addresses your query fully. I wish you well and feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be. Thanks for using our services.
For now, monitor only!
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you so much for this query,
I am so sorry to hear about this numb feeling that you have reported. We would only get concerned about this if this feeling persists. Most often, it resolves without the need of any further medical attention This is not life threatening, though not a common occurrence, it is not a rare observation.
In all, monitoring is enough. It should resolve spontaneously. If this fails to occur, then we would examine to understand if any nerve was injured but less likely to be that.
I hope this addresses your query fully. I wish you well and feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be. Thanks for using our services.
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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