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Originally Posted by NurseNancy
cheryl,
it should be the same as when i had my lower back injected.
i didn't think he used dye. and, i've had an LP and they didn't say anything about dye then either.
and it was all done under fluoroscopy.
i had to stop my meds too. and they didn't want me to take aspirin or even my multivits to lessen any chance of extra bleeding. vit e also off limits. can't remember the rationale tho.
i hope this helps with your pain.
will be awaiting your report.
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Thanks Judy. I am going to call the office in the morning to make sure. I don't want to get there Wed AM to find out they can't do the procedure b/c I am allergic to iodine/contrast dye.
They gave me a whole list of stuff I can't take as well. I understand about the aspirin and blood thinners, but not the anti-inflammatories. I guess I will ask. I am allergic to aspirin so that's not an issue.
The procedure is scheduled for 9:30 AM and I have meds I have to take and they said NPO for 4 hours prior which means I have to take my meds prior to 5:30 AM. Ok, I am usually awake anyway due to not sleeping.
