mlong121
06-04-2006, 03:58 PM
How long does this take to have done, I'm having one on the 20th of June. Is it painfull?
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LaLady
06-04-2006, 04:13 PM
Here are 2 threads where we discussed LP. I had a fairly easy time, others not so much.
http://www.healthboards.com/boards/showthread.php?p=2312965#post2312965
http://www.healthboards.com/boards/showthread.php?t=376528
Here is what I posted:
I had mine about a month ago, and while it is a little uncomfortable, I really felt no pain. They give you a shot of novocaine or a similar pain killer to numb the site. This burns for a moment. If you have ever had stitches or a mole removed, it is similar to that fleeting pain. The actual puncture was not bad. I think it is simply the thought of someone putting a needle in your spine that is the worse part. I was face down on the table and felt pretty relaxed. It is best to rest for a while right after the puncture to avoid headaches but in an hour I was at the Mall!
Good luck to you.
(You have to take URL off the front and back of the addresses.)
http://www.healthboards.com/boards/showthread.php?p=2312965#post2312965
http://www.healthboards.com/boards/showthread.php?t=376528
Here is what I posted:
I had mine about a month ago, and while it is a little uncomfortable, I really felt no pain. They give you a shot of novocaine or a similar pain killer to numb the site. This burns for a moment. If you have ever had stitches or a mole removed, it is similar to that fleeting pain. The actual puncture was not bad. I think it is simply the thought of someone putting a needle in your spine that is the worse part. I was face down on the table and felt pretty relaxed. It is best to rest for a while right after the puncture to avoid headaches but in an hour I was at the Mall!
Good luck to you.
(You have to take URL off the front and back of the addresses.)
fatherof3
06-07-2006, 08:58 PM
I just had mine done 4 days ago, it took 4 attempts and finally they had to bring me into an ex-ray room, sorry to say I have a high tolerance for pain and his thing realy hurt.
AllyG
06-08-2006, 09:35 AM
I had one done a couple of years ago and did not feel a thing. Made sure I was numbed up well 1st and did what the doctor told me through whole thing. Had a bad headache next day but it was honestly nothing like what I was DREADING. I think the experience truly depends on the doctor & you relaxing(??) and taking the advice they give. Maybe you should have someone with you to hold your hand etc- it might be more relaxing for you.
My experience was fine and I would have no fear going again. Hope it goes well - let us know how you got on.
My experience was fine and I would have no fear going again. Hope it goes well - let us know how you got on.
mlong121
06-19-2006, 03:32 PM
Well tomorrow is my big day for the puncture and I'm starting to get nervous. Do you think I should take something for pain before hand?
TwinMom04
06-19-2006, 04:30 PM
My diagnosis came from an MRI and blood work only so I don't have an answer for you but I wanted to pop in and wish you good luck. I hope it's relatively painless and quick for you.
LaLady
06-20-2006, 12:55 AM
mlong, I don't think I would take anything without the knowledge of your physician. I was a little scared and in retrospect might have asked for some anxiety meds but it went well. I had my procedure under fluoroscope, it did take two tries but I do not remember any pain other than the anesthetic sting.
I will be thinking of you, good luck. LL
I will be thinking of you, good luck. LL