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Can spinal anesthesia cause back pain?

I am a 35 year old female. I wonder if spinal anesthesia can cause back pain?

3 Answers

Yes. That's a common complaint after spinal block.
Yes, but not typically anything severe or long lasting
Spinal anesthetic can cause some pain due to a needle but most of it goes away in 24-48 hours so if it persist you need to consult with your doctor