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I received a cortisone shot yesterday in my right hip because of pain. I have a co ncern because I am incontinent but have not have a bladder nor any LEAKEAG E SINCE EARLY MORNING. IT IS NOW 5:35 PM. I LEFT A MESSage with his PA . My question is this cause for concern or just wait till morning and contact the DR?
Tue, 25 Jul 2017
General & Family Physician, Dr. Vasudha's Response
Hi, Thanks for the query. I understand your concern. Injection of cortisone in joint is known to increase blood sugar levels in diabetic patients (It's a temporary effect , lasting for few days )- This in turn can increase excessive glomerular( kidney ) filtration rate & excessive urine production. Overfull bladder can get over flown to cause incontinence. * Try to empty bladder more frequently, till the side effect goes. If this lasts for more than 15 days.. consult your diabetologist. Thanks
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Does Cortisone Shot Cause Bladder Incontinence?
Hi, Thanks for the query. I understand your concern. Injection of cortisone in joint is known to increase blood sugar levels in diabetic patients (It s a temporary effect , lasting for few days )- This in turn can increase excessive glomerular( kidney ) filtration rate & excessive urine production. Overfull bladder can get over flown to cause incontinence. * Try to empty bladder more frequently, till the side effect goes. If this lasts for more than 15 days.. consult your diabetologist. Thanks