Is there any side effect of injection for shoulder periarthritis?
Disease description:
I have had shoulder periarthritis for several years, and during this period the pain recurred and became unbearable. I then received a corticosteroid injection. I would like to know whether corticosteroid injections for shoulder periarthritis have any side effects.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Xu Shuai
Corticosteroid injections for shoulder periarthritis do have potential side effects, mainly including the following:
1. **Risk of infection**: Any injection carries a risk of infection. Although corticosteroid injections are typically performed under sterile conditions, there is still a possibility of introducing bacteria or other pathogens, leading to infection.
2. **Bleeding and hematoma**: Blood vessels may be damaged during the injection, resulting in bleeding or hematoma formation.
3. **Nerve injury**: If the needle inadvertently punctures surrounding nerve tissues, it may cause pain, numbness, or other neurological impairments.
4. **Allergic reaction**: Some individuals may experience allergic reactions to the injected medication, such as redness, itching, or swelling of the skin.
5. **Other complications**: Long-term or frequent corticosteroid injections may lead to local soft tissue necrosis, muscle atrophy, ligament adhesion, and osteoporosis.
Corticosteroid injections for shoulder periarthritis should be performed under the guidance of a physician. Post-injection care and observation are also important to prevent or minimize potential side effects.
