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I have a pretty bad cough, getting an epidural injection in neck for herniated disc. what if i cough during the procedure while asleep?
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Injury: It is important to lie still during an epidural. The needle tip is very close to the pouch that holds the spinal cord and sudden movements could cause the needle to inadvertently puncture the pouch holding the cord (dura) or even worse. You may want to wait until your cough has improved.
Answered 12/10/2013
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It would be : Best to postpone the injection if you don't think you can lie still during the procedure.
Answered 12/9/2013
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