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Pain Relief Options for Labor & BirthSpinal

Pain Relief Options for Labor & BirthSpinal

Spinals are administered for use with a forceps delivery as well as for cesarean births.

What will this do for me? Complete relief of pain from upper abdomen to toes

What are the disadvantages? Administration may be uncomfortableMay lower maternal blood pressureMay have residual spinal headacheRemote chance of nerve injury

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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