Tag: Epidural headache

Headache is a commonly reported adverse effect of oxytocin, the active ingredient in Pitocin, affecting between 1% and 10% of users. While headaches are a known side effect, the pain experienced during or after labor may also be caused by other factors, making it important to distinguish between various potential causes.

The incidence of post-dural puncture headaches (PDPH), a common type of anesthesia headache, can range from as low as 1.5% to as high as 40% depending on various factors [1.3.1, 1.3.3]. Understanding **how long does it take for anesthesia headache to go away** involves knowing the causes, symptoms, and treatments.