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What if i cough during an epidural injection in my neck. i have c5-c6 herniated disc. this is my 2nd injection but i have bad cough?
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Dangerous: It is very important that you lie still during a cervical epidural. The tip of the needle is very close to the spinal cord and sudden movements could result in accidental injury to the pouch that holds the spinal cord or even worse. You may want to wait until your cough has improved.
Answered 4/20/2020
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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 9/28/2016
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