Should I have an epidural (no this shouldn't be in childbith...)

[Katymac]

I go sciatica on Monday evening & by Wednesday am I was in such pain that I needed the Dr to give me stronger painkillers.

He suggested doing an epidural on Tuesday afternoon, but now my back is "not too bad" so should I have it or not?

Has anyone had one?
Is there a down side?
How long will it last?

tia
KMc

Well I didn't have it

The Dr thought it was not bad enough no (it really has eased)

But if it happens again I must go & see him asap