Re: Intrathecal Morphine

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At Sun, 16 Jan 2000, Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. wrote: >
>At Sat, 15 Jan 2000, Melanie wrote:
>>
>>I am 35 weeks into my 2nd pregnancy. I didn't have any drugs during my
>>first (and don't really want to do that again!). My first labor was
>>rather fast -- about 5 hours of "real" labor. I have heard very
>>positive things from friends regarding "intrathecal morphine" (hope I
>>spelled it correctly).
>>
>>Could you explain the procedure used as well as the pros and cons for
>>this type of pain relief?
>
>You're talking about a spinal anesthesia with a narcotic in stead of an
>anesthetic. It works. Some use epidurals (outside of the spinal canal
>and use anesthetic agaents, some use combo anesthetic/narcotic and some
>use combination spinal/epidural. They each have pros and cons and work
>well but differently on different people.
>
>--
>Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. FACOG, FACS
>Great Neck, New York
>
>**Note: Opinions expressed here are for educational purposes only
>and, as such, do not constitute a physician-patient relationship.
>This information is not intended to supplant the need for you to
>consult with your physician prior to choosing therapeutic options
>and/or interventions.
>
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>**Thank you for your understanding ;-)
>

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