Guest guest Posted September 21, 2002 Report Share Posted September 21, 2002 Hi all, My new doctor gave me a shot of Decadron Thursday afternoon. While it has helped the pain tremendously, it is the first such medication I have ever taken and I have a couple of questions: How long will the good effect last? Dr. wasn't sure, said it differs with different people. Pain has started coming back in my wrists and hands after 1 1/2 days but knees and hips are real good. Still very tired, though, and not sleeping well. I gained 5 lbs. since Thursday, and not eating much, though I am eating healthy (salad & chicken, etc.) Is this an effect of the shot? He was very thorough and concerned that my old doctor dismissed me after saying my tests were inconclusive, and that the pain has continued to increase over the past few months and I haven't been treated for it. He took lots of blood, asked lots of questions, and said he would NOT let me go without knowing exactly what is wrong with me and how to treat it. Said he may refer me to an arthroid endocrinologist if he can't come up with something definite, or maybe even if he can, just for verification. So it sounds like I am finally on the track for relief. Thanks for listening! Judi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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