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Answered by Dr. Vansh Priya

Does an epidural blood patch cause tailbone pain?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.You most probably experienced a post-dural puncture headache (PDPH), for which you were administered an epidural blood patch.Your signs and symptoms are more suggestive of a meningeal irritation due to some infection. I would suggest you consult a neurophysician for the same. Meanwhile, you can do the following:Continue with Tylenol (Paracetamol).

October 17, 2025

Can I take anesthesia with my sleep medicine?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Continue your medication as advised. Just skip it on the day of the surgery. In the most likelihood, the excision of your bone bump will be done under local anesthesia, and this medication will not affect anesthesia or vice versa. Sit back and relax.

October 9, 2025

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