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Other than an epidural what other pain controls are there when delivering a baby?

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Dr. William Jenkins answered

Specializes in Anesthesiology

Narcotics,: Pudendal block or local anesthetic by obstetrician, spinal anesthetic closer to delivery, someone rubbing your back

Dr Juchau agreed

Answered 7/15/2014

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