What do you need to know about getting an epidural? Here are our top 5!
- An epidural is a type of pain relief that is inserted into the spine and has to administered by an anaesthetist.
- It’s a type of local anaesthetic that can provide complete pain relief.
- You will likely need help to move around.
- A catheter might need to be inserted to help you empty your bladder.
- You and your baby will need to be continuously monitored.
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