I just finished my series of SG blocks this last Friday..Not much relief here either.. All the effects of a good block just No relief...
My PM doc has an IV placed for precautions and asked if I wanted IV sedation but I chose none. THe procedure last less than a min. and I hate the effects of sedation unless it is a long big procedure. I had learned deep breathing exercise too and that helped BIG time.. But they also told me nothing to eat or drink after midnight.. Just incase you throw up as Debbie said you can aspirate and then you have BIG problems..
Best of luck..
Hugs
Dawn