Patient's question:
I am 41 weeks pregnant and experiencing contractions. I need to have a balloon catheter for induction. I want to ask if it will be very painful?Doctor's answer:
This needs to be judged based on the individual's actual situation. The basic condition is that there is no pain sensation when it is inserted, but after insertion, there will be an irregular uterine contraction phenomenon. With the contractions, there will be a cramping sensation, but the pain will not be very severe, so there is no need to worry too much. If the pain is too intense and the pregnant woman cannot tolerate it, she can choose to stop the balloon and opt for a cesarean section.