Disadvantages
of an Epidural
• A skilled anesthetist must be present to perform
the procedure
• The lowering of your BP may make you feel dizzy
and nauseous. This is more likely if you lie on your
back.
• There is a possibility of a headache that will
last for hours after delivery.
• There is a possibility of an episiotomy and
a forceps delivery since there will be loss of muscle
power and dependency on instructions will be necessary
during the second stage of delivery.
• It the mothers BP drops, the oxygen supply reaching
the baby is reduced.
• If it is allowed to wear off the contractions
may come as nasty shock.
• Not all epidurals are effective.
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