Can I take anesthesia when I am pregnant?

Some women may suffer accidental injuries during pregnancy, and then they need surgery. Surgery is usually painful, so anesthesia must be given before surgery to reduce pain. However, anesthesia can cause great stimulation to the fetus, so a more serious problem may occur. So, can anesthesia be given during pregnancy?

Can pregnant women have anesthesia when having a tooth extracted?

Strictly speaking, it is not suitable for pregnant women to have their teeth extracted, especially in the first three months and the last three months. Tooth extraction in the first three months may cause miscarriage, while in the last three months it may induce premature birth. If a pregnant woman has serious dental problems and must have a tooth extracted, she must wait until the second trimester (4-6 months of pregnancy) to have the tooth extracted. At this time, local anesthesia can be used for tooth extraction, and the doctor will choose an anesthetic suitable for pregnant women (such as lidocaine), but general anesthesia cannot be used as the drug will affect fetal development. Anesthesia is also necessary as the tooth extraction process is too painful and the pregnant mother may suffer a miscarriage due to excessive pain.

What are the dangers of tooth extraction during pregnancy?

1. Tooth extraction often requires X-rays, which has a greater impact on the fetus in early pregnancy (within 2 months) and should be avoided as much as possible, except in cases where the mother's life is endangered.

2. Tooth extraction uses anesthetics and the pain caused by the operation itself can easily induce uterine contractions, which may lead to miscarriage in the early stage (within 4 months) or premature birth in the late stage (after 8 months).

3. Tooth extraction during pregnancy is mostly because this tooth itself is a diseased tooth and the condition is more serious, so tooth extraction often requires the use of antibiotics. The effects of antibiotics on pregnancy are more complicated. It is generally recommended to only use relatively safe antibiotics such as penicillin.

The editor reminds: Before tooth extraction, you should get enough rest, sleep, take good oral care, and relax mentally. Pregnant women with a history of habitual miscarriage and premature birth should not have tooth extraction.

How to treat pregnant women without tooth extraction

1. Conservative treatment in hospital