Risk related to exposure to local anesthetic in early pregnancy during Mole Removal?

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I am pregnant and had two moles biopsied. One was done when I was 6w3d and I received approximately .75 mL of 1% Lidocaine with Epinephrine 1:100,000. The other was done when I was 7w3d and I received .5 mL of 1% Lidocaine. I'm very worried about exposure to the fetus, and the risk of harm this early in pregnancy. After the procedures, and more researching, I have a lot of regret & worry over exposing my baby. With the amounts this small, is there any possibility my fetus had exposure?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

It is unlikely that the amount of anesthetic you received negatively impacted your fetus. If you remain concerned, I recommend following up with your ob/gyn for a formal evaluation to discuss your concerns. Best, Dr. Emer

Michael A. Greenberg, MD · Answer

I have been removing moles for almost forty years on pregnant women, using more local anesthetic than you received and I can assure you that you are fine, and there will be no significant amounts of those medications absorbed in your body.  You have nothing to worry about.

Risk related to exposure to local anesthetic in early pregnancy during Mole Removal?

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