Regarding your interaction with the doctor, I completely understand both sides, and I can guarantee he was well aware of the small risk of tendon weakening.
People usually want their physician to do "something", otherwise what's the point of going? This puts them in a no-win scenario. A single cortisone injection provides immediate relief, with a very small chance of side effects. If he doesn't offer it, people will complain about him being useless. If he does, some patients will think he's incompetent.
I'd find it exhausting having to second guess every interaction.
Regarding your interaction with the doctor, I completely understand both sides, and I can guarantee he was well aware of the small risk of tendon weakening.
People usually want their physician to do "something", otherwise what's the point of going? This puts them in a no-win scenario. A single cortisone injection provides immediate relief, with a very small chance of side effects. If he doesn't offer it, people will complain about him being useless. If he does, some patients will think he's incompetent.
I'd find it exhausting having to second guess every interaction.