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Pain Relief for Labor & Delivery Local
Pain Relief for Labor & Delivery Local
Local anesthetic are administered in the second stage of labor, as well as for episiotomies and/or stitches for tears associated with birth.
What will this do for me? Local Pain relief without systematic effect
What are the Disadvantages? Administration may be uncomfortableEffective only in area anesthetic is administered
A variety of drugs can be used during childbirth. To best understand their impact on you, it is your responsibility to talk with your caregiver about the types, dosages, and effects of medication you may be given. The falowing is general summary.
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