yes in fact receiving a corticosteroid injection to the knee can cause blood glucose (sugar) levels to rise. this is known to occur in people with diabetes. your question highlights why it is so important to give a thorough medical history to every physician no matter their specialty. if a doctor nurse or medical assistant fails to ask about a significant aspect of your medical history (such as diabetes heart disease high blood pressure etc. ) be sure to bring it up yourself. if you have diabetes ask your physician about post-injection care if you receive another cortisone injection. you may need to alter your eating or medication routine based on what the doctor tells you. wishing you well!
will cortisone injection in the knee muscle spike bloodsugar?