Do you have to get an epidural???????

Ive had three epidurals with giving childbirth and I hate them. Im having LAVH and TVT on 9-20.Please let me know!!!!!!!!!!

Thanks
Paula

you should discuss all anesthesia options with the Dr as he/she is the only person qualified to explain to you all the pro's can con's regarding the different methods of anesthesia thats used during hysterectomy.

There are many options avail. for anesthesia. This is an issue to be discussed with the "A" man/woman!

Personally, I had TAH/BSO and I had general anesthesia. I have never had an epidural. I am a labor nurse and I have assisted with it many times---just seeing the procedure made me queezy about one! But they are very effective and many ladies prefer them!

If you have not had the opportunity to talk to your surgeon about anesthesia, do so before the time comes!!! Together y'all should be able to come up with a plan that best suits you!

's,
Ronda


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I dont think you "have" to do anything as far as anesthesia goes. I had a TAH and my anesthesthesiologist was very pro epidural for post op pain relief. I just wasnt interested. I had had 2 c sections and I wanted demoral shots---that worked for me in the past. You are the patient most things are your choice. You will have an opportunity to talk to the anesthesiologist before the surgery---let him know what you want.

---kangaa

Thank you ladies for your input I really appreciate it. I just didnt know if it was standard procedure to have it done. Its nice to know that I have an option. I would definately rather be totally knocked out. Good luck with all your surgeries! Hope yall have a nice recovery!

God Bless

Paula

I'm anxious for my doctor talks to me about the anesthesia also. I do hope they give us an option...I too would rather be knocked out cold. Well, I went to my primary yesterday for my physical release forms...today ekg and blood work...can't wait to be on the better side of this.

Hugs galore,

Mich

I'm scheduled for a LAVH on 9/13 and am opting for the epidural. I choose this because: 1) up and about quicker, 2) no tube down throat and 3) want to be aware of what is going on even though I'll still have the "twilight". I had the epi with the delivery of my 2 kids and had no issues.

Good luck to you. We'll soon be on the other side.



connie

Good going Connie...if I was as brave as you about the whole needle in the spine thing, I would want it for all the same reasons you pointed out...except maybe the knowing what was going on one. I figure if I'm out cold, it'll feel like no time at all...if I were awake, I would be nervous and feel likes it's taking forever. Im pretty hard to pain, so if they can give me general and then a shot of demerol I should be alright once I get to the better side. Does everyone have a meeting with their anesthsiologist? I haven't heard anything from my doc about it yet.

Hugs and Blessings ladies,

Mich

Mich - I think we get a chance to speak/meet with drug man during pre-op or at least that was my understanding from my GYN's office. I go for pre-op next Wed. I'll let you know....

connie

Thanks so much Connie...please do let me know....I don't even have an appointment yet for my pre-op yet...hopefully by next Tuesday I will and then there was talk today of maybe postponing my surgery to the following Wednesday....ughhhh!

Thanks & hugs,

Mich