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How long do the side effects of a spinal tap last?

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Dr. James Goodrich answered

Spinal tap: The most common complaint after a spinal tap is a headache. These commonly resolve within a day or two. The pain from the needle rather last longer than a day.

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Answered 9/14/2020

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My Mom moves her hands a lot - like squeezing her hands, fidgeting with her fingers, shakes her foot from side to side every so often (like a tapping) can this be hormonal or a neuro issue?

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Had a spinal tap last night after three attempts it finally went in through my herniated discs how long is it supposed to hurt? Days weeks longer?

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