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I had a general anesthetic last Thursday, for an endometrial ablation. I was 'under' for approximately 30 minutes, before waking up.
It is now Monday, and I have persistent nausea. Sometimes so severe, that it takes me to the edge of vomiting, but I have not vomited. I also have NO appetite whatsoever.
I also had the worst headache I have ever had, during last night, that woke me up. (Sunday). One advil took it away, however, so that was short lived at least!
I don't know if these side effects are normal after 3-4 days after having a general anesthetic or not, but that's what I am experiencing.
Anyone else want to weigh in?
What else can I help you with?
What type of anesthesia is used during a mastectomy?
The surgery is done under general anesthesia.
What anesthesia is required during otoplastic surgery?
Otoplasty in children is performed under general anesthesia; in adults, it may be done under either general anesthesia or local anesthesia with sedation.
How is carpal tunnel surgery conducted painlessly without using general anesthesia?
Careful injection of local anesthesia or nerve blocks create sufficient numbness to allow the surgery to be performed painlessly, without the risks associated with general anesthesia.
Is lithotripsy considered surgery?
As I was administered general anesthesia and was in a surgical unit, I say yes, it was surgery.
What is the normal anesthesia used for parathyroid surgery?
A general anaesthesia is normally used for parathyroid surgery
Can i have breast surgery without general anesthesia?
'I had a consultation today with an anesthesiologist for my double lumpectomy and he gave me the choice between local anesthesia and general anesthesia. Local is sedation and general you are put completely to sleep. '
Is general anesthesia a drug adminstered topically for therapeutic effects?
No. That is the definition of a "local" anesthetic. A general anesthetic affects the entire body, either as pain relief or as a means to induce subconsciousness during surgery.
Can general anesthetic kill you?
Yes. There are several risks involved with general anesthesia, including death. This can occur in several ways - one can have a direct reaction to the anesthetic, the mixing with oxygen can be off, cardiorespiratory depression can occur from the anesthesia, and general anesthesia not infrequently results in hypotension. Of the most feared reactions to general anesthesia is malignant hyperthermia, in which the patient's temperature rises - frequently to above 106 degrees Fahrenheit - and carrying a high mortality. Your anesthesiologist should discuss this with you prior to your surgery at your pre-operative visit.
During a breast augmentation surgery what anesthesia method is used?
Usually general anesthesia. In rare cases local anesthesia with sedation, which is less expensive but more uncomfortable.
Is general anesthesia a medical necessity during oral surgery?
It depends on the patient and the procedure. Ask the surgeon.For instance, if the surgery were to be performed on a very small child who could not be expected to cooperate and hold still during the procedure, general anesthesia might be required.If the patient was having a simple soft tissue surgery, such as a frenectomy, general anesthesia would not be appropriate. On the other hand, if the procedure involved removing a large bony cyst or tumor, general anesthesia would likely be necessary.
What kind of anesthesia is used for a colpotomy?
Pain management depends on the surgery that requires the colpotomy, and may involve local, regional, or general anesthesia.
Is it Worth the Risks?
Before undergoing any surgical procedure, answer these questions: Is the surgery medically necessary?; What are the risks involved in undergoing the surgery?; What type of anesthesia will be used?; What are the risks involved in undergoing the anesthesia? If surgery is NOT medically necessary, explore other alternatives. If the risk of undergoing general anesthesia is too great, explore other forms of anesthesia such as a regional block or local anesthesia.
