I can't get an epidural!

Sarah
I'm 38 weeks and my platelet levels have been dropping. Just found out that it's now under 100 which is the cutoff for an epidural because it will be too risky. I don't handle pain well and am a very anxious person so I was planning on the epi! Really nervous now about having to get through it without one! Especially if I end up having to be induced! 😖 Need some reassurance please!!