early epidural gives just a little risk

[EvcRo]

Giving women a type of epidural jab to relieve pain in the early stages of labour does not increase the odds of a Caesarean section, research suggests.
I would appreciate some opinions about epidural during labour...or some experiences

here is the article about this subject:
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/4268419.stm

[drbalo]

It is a very effective way of anasthesia and avoid youthe risk of general anasthesia! It can be used for PCA (patient-controled anagesia) after operation.

Regarding the risks involved, compared to generalanasthesia and spinal anaesthesia,epidural anaesthesia is relatively safe.

[EvcRo]

this is very good news for me, because I heard some bad things about epidural...
drbalo, thanks for the reply

[amanda]

epidural is the most popular means for pain relief during labour. but then, there are also some disadvantages with this kind of procedure.  here are some side effects: shivering, ringing of the ears, backache, soreness where the needle is inserted, nausea, or difficulty urinating.