General Anaesthetic - What's it like, how does it feel, and are there any risks!
Question: On Friday I am getting put out with general anaesthetic with an IV to get my wisdom teeth removed. I'm scared of being put out - I've never been unconcious before (never even fainted) and would love to hear from people who have had it done to them or who know alot about it. I'm mostly interested just in the anaesthetic part - I am aware of the risks and the pain I'll have to deal with after the surgery is over.
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Once your under general anesthesia you will be unaware of what is happening, pain-free, immobile, free from any memory of the period of time during which he or she is anesthetized so don't be scared you will be fine. :)
I have been under general anesthetic 4 times and never had any complications but as for the risks here is an excerpt from healthatoz.com:
Although the risks of serious complications from general anesthesia are very low, they can include heart attack, stroke, brain damage, and death. Anyone scheduled to undergo general anesthesia should thoroughly discuss the benefits and risks with a physician. The risks of complications depend, in part, on a patient's age, sex, weight, allergies, general health, and history of smoking, drinking alcohol, or drug use. Some of these risks can be minimized by ensuring that the physician and anesthesiologist are fully informed of the detailed health condition of the patient, including any drugs that he or she may be using. Older people are especially sensitive to the effects of certain anesthetics and may be more likely to experience side effects from these drugs.
Patients who have had general anesthesia should not drink alcoholic beverages or take medication that slow down the central nervous system (such as antihistamines, sedatives, tranquilizers, sleep aids, certain pain relievers, muscle relaxants, and anti-seizure medication) for at least 24 hours, except under a doctor's care.
Hope it helps :)
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it will be like falling to sleep and afterward you'll feal groggy for a Little while
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