Corticosteroids can also be injected into the inflamed area to alleviate the pain and swelling.
How Do Corticosteroids Work?
Corticosteroids block the damaging effects of inflammation through several mechanisms.
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Cortisol has many actions, including suppression of the immune system.
The spine or the foramen can narrow due to bone spurs or other growths.
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