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Originally Posted by skywalker1988
So my questions are:
1 - Has anyone ever had a spinal tap done before, and if so what was your experience? My new neuro said I would have to lay on my side, etc...
2 - Even though she said I didn't have to prepare, from your experiences is there something I need to do to prepare for it to reduce any pain i might have afterwards?
3 - Whenever I tell someone that I'm having a spinal tap, they sort of cringe at those words - so in all honesty, does it hurt really bad? Do they give you a lot of numbing medicine so you won't feel it? I'm really nervous about it. I've taken a lot of shots in my lifetime, and never been afraid of needles but this time I'm really nervous about since its concerning my spine.
Any more tips is much appreciated!!!!
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1) Yes, it went rather well. The doctor who performed my LP, was the same dr that was there for my epidural for my first pregnancy and for the spinal for my third. I felt, at ease, by virtue of historic trust of him and his skills with a needle in my spine. I was tired, after.
2) I was already using Alleve, at the time, so I took that.
3) yes, there is supposed to be enough localized anesthetic to not feel it, not that you cannot feel the pressure of the removal of the fluids. Much like, one can feel the tugging of the baby, during a C-section, it's pressure, not pain.
I can appreciate your concern, the spine is a sensitive area to have needles stuck into you. After the extra dose of anesthesia with my second child, and the inability to move my legs on time, LP's are a cake walk for me.
By now, I'd presume, you've already had this? Or is this coming up, this week?
Best wishes!!
