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A member asked:

What to do if i cannot stand the pain of shots in my toes. if general anesthesia isn't possible for toenail removal, what about an epidural?

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Conscious sedation : Is given sometimes in surgery centers or hospitals for those with needle phobias....

Dr Krauser agreed

Answered 4/5/2014

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