08 Nov 05
Originally posted by Sicilian SmaugI had one done about 9 years ago. The procedure itself is more uncomfortable than it is painful. The after-effects aren't paralysing however you will have to be on your back for 2-3 weeks.
I have to have one tomorrow 🙁 is it true that it can paralyse you if you move? and is it done with local anaesthetic?
A spinal tap basically removes a large amount of fluid from your spinal column which results in your brain being "loose" in your skull. Sitting upright causes massive headaches.
08 Nov 05
Originally posted by AikoNah. A spinal tap is a an actual tap they use to take samples of your spinal fluid. It's a little more complicated than giving blood, but basically the same idea.
I have had an injection in my spine once. Is that the same? It was to create the actual local anaesthetic, though. No fun, that's for sure, but you don't want to read that, do you?
08 Nov 05
Originally posted by Sicilian SmaugSome bleedin' Bone Doctor you are, asking on a chess forum for medical information. haha.
I have to have one tomorrow 🙁 is it true that it can paralyse you if you move? and is it done with local anaesthetic?
When a lumber puncture [as we call it in the trade] is performed, you would normally have lidocaine to numb the area first.
I'm a Doctor and I know what I'm on about.
08 Nov 05
Originally posted by AikoI've had 13 epidurals done in the past 6 years. Trouble is it makes it so hard to damn well p*ss afterwards as they anaesthetise the area. Took me nearly 12 hours after the last one.... having a bloody tube stuck in me d*ck next time. Seriously, it's bloody agony.
I have had an injection in my spine once. Is that the same? It was to create the actual local anaesthetic, though. No fun, that's for sure, but you don't want to read that, do you?
You stand, you sit, you whistle, you run the tap - which only makes you want to go even more and then .... at last!!! A dribble. About a teaspoonful - though never actually measured it you understand 😕
Then the nurse says "Have another drink dear...." Christ my bladder felt it was the size of a hot air balloon!!!
Oh don't I look forward to my operation this month...:'(
08 Nov 05
Originally posted by Dr StrangeloveThat's lumbar puncture Mr. Knows What He's Talking About
Some bleedin' Bone Doctor you are, asking on a chess forum for medical information. haha.
When a lumber puncture [as we call it in the trade] is performed, you would normally have lidocaine to numb the area first.
I'm a Doctor and I know what I'm on about.
08 Nov 05
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Originally posted by Dr StrangeloveStonehenge!
And what, pray tell, do you think a spinal tap is?
I'll give you a hint; it's not a pretendy rock group.
Don't argue with a Doctor, you might need him one day.
(I think he was commenting on your spelling of "lumbar", BTW.)