>  Induction was attempted with prostaglandin gel, and both mother and baby
reacted badly to this.  Mother's lungs were affected, and baby's heartbeat went
v low, almost an emergency cs.  Mother says she was told it was an allergic
reaction.

My question is - has anyone heard of this before?<


No response from you Lactnetters - surely this isn't another example of
Scotland's uniqueness in obstetric care?  Do other countries use prostaglandin
gels or pessaries to induce labour?  Do they ever have side effects on mother
and baby?  And if they have side effects on baby, how long would it take for
effects to wear off?

TIA

Mary Broadfoot, Paisley, Scotland

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