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Hysteroscopy using spinal block/epidural

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honeyrose Fri 15-May-26 22:37:40

Has anyone undergone a Hysteroscopy with the aid of a spinal block/epidural please? I am to have a Hysteroscopy soon (when waiting lists allow!) and I had a Hysteroscopy under general anaesthetic 5 years ago as it was too painful without pain relief/anaesthetic. I’ve never had an epidural before and don’t know what to expect or know of any possible side effects. Can anyone reassure me please as I’m undecided whether to go for a general anaesthetic or an epidural. I’m a bit of a wuss when it comes to medical procedures by the way and become extremely anxious.

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NotSpaghetti Fri 15-May-26 23:20:44

Sorry no.
I had mine with just a local pain relief.

I did have an epidural type anaesthetic for my hip surgery though. You do need to sit very still so the needle placement is easier.

I can't imagine it would let any pain from your hysteroscopy through - and this method is less invasive than a "general" would be.

Good luck.

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Catterygirl Fri 15-May-26 23:54:45

Giving birth to my one and only son I booked an epidural. The rest of the ladies in the ward chose a natural birth. They were in a lot of pain. I was last in and first out. You just have to lie very still to help the anaesthetist. He she will guide you through it.

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