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Supposing someone is to have a bone spur surgically removed from their toe. is local anaesthetic painless enough?
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Local anesthesia: Can be used to remove a spur. If the patient is afraid or apprehensive conscious sedation by an anesthesiologist can be given.
Answered 4/9/2015
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