Steroid injection good or bad?

[Futuremrsmillzy]

I’ve been suffering with bursitis and sciatica in my left hip since November 2017. The gp has now decided to refer me for a steroid injection in my upper thigh/below bum cheek to help. Just wanted to hear peoples experiences of these injections/ side effects/ benefits/risks, etc. Thanks xxx

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Hi,

I don't have quite the same problems as you, but I've had 4 steroid injections for severe pain caused by a spinal condition. For me, the benefits of these was minimal and very short-lived, however, I have a friend who had an injection several months ago which has brought her continuing relief. I think they are like so many things (including IBS remedies!), they work for some but not for others, but definitely well worth a shot. As far as I know there are no side effects.

[Susiecrang]

Steroid injections usually work well. They should with corona virus make it very cheat lower your immunity. Only started doing them again 6 weeks ago in my area but after being sure worth the risk. I have low immunity as on Steroids daily My grandaughter who is at school in my bedroom had to agree too risky. He would of done it otherwise.

Have been Having them 32 years I’ve had loads on different areas in back neck feet knees Elbows. I can honestly say only two didn’t work. At all made me worse both not given

By the two who usually do it. Stay away from

People with chicken pox measles. Can cause problems. Obviously any infections for two weeks. They always say that I’d say go for it. Don’t worry if worse the next day. It’s normal. Can take up to 14 days to wotk. He relief usually last 10-12. Weeks but has been longer sone people find one is enough