Tag: Steroid flare

While steroid injections are highly effective at reducing localized inflammation, a common and temporary side effect known as a 'steroid flare' can cause increased pain in the first 24 to 72 hours. This often leads patients to ask if they can take anti-inflammatories after a steroid injection to manage their discomfort.

While many patients experience immediate relief, approximately 1 in 5 people may feel increased pain or irritation in a phenomenon known as a 'cortisone flare,' the most common form of a delayed reaction to a cortisone injection. This temporary aggravation of symptoms can be startling but is typically short-lived and does not indicate failure of the treatment.