Fetoscopy

How It Feels

When you receive the injection to numb the skin around the needle site, you will feel sharp stinging or burning for a few seconds. A sedative will help you and your fetus relax; this should reduce the amount of discomfort you feel. While the fetoscope is in your uterus, you may feel some pain or pressure.

After the procedure, you may feel faint or nauseated or have some mild abdominal cramping. Avoid strenuous activity for 1 to 2 weeks following fetoscopy. Then you can continue your normal activities, unless your doctor advises otherwise.

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Author:	Maria G. Essig, MS, ELS	Last Updated: June 28, 2007
Medical Review:	Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine Joy Melnikow, MD, MPH - Family Medicine Deborah A. Penava, BA, MD, FRCSC, MPH - Obstetrics and Gynecology
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