2007-04-24 04:38:44 · 14 answers · asked by jpscared 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
I'm an anesthesiologist. Anesthesia has become very safe, but there are NO guarantees in medicine.
To give yourself the best chance of doing well, make sure that you are cared for by a Board Certified anesthesiologist. Sometimes we work in "care teams", where a nurse anesthetist and an anesthesiologist work together, and that is safe too.
There are some surgeons who, in an effort to save money, hire nurses to give anesthesia without a supervising doctor. I left a place that did that, because I could not be associated with a facility that had dangerous practices going on (the nurse would leave the patient on the ventilator and go out and make a phone call)
If you have the surgery done in a hospital, you'll be fine. Hospitals have rules that protect patients. If you are planning on having that done in a surgeon's private OR, ASK QUESTIONS about the anesthesia, and ask to talk to whomever will be caring for you anesthesia-wise.
Those are two big surgeries (3-5 hours each) and I would recommend not doing them together. The risk of complications will be less. (especially the risk of blood clots going to the lungs, which can be fatal)
Find yourself a Board Certified plastic surgeon and communicate your concerns to him/her.
Good luck with your surgery.
2007-04-26 13:19:16 · answer #1 · answered by Pangolin 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I am sure that you will be fine, just by reading the answer above mine should be reassuring enough.
I had a Breast Reduction last week, I was under for 2 hours and when I woke up it felt like I had just had the best sleep of my life!!! I was only in recovery for 20 minutes- only awake for 5 minutes before I was taken back to my room and I had no pain after my surgery. I was on such a high for about 4 days. But whilst I was in the hospital and immediately following surgery there was no pain, just discomfort.
Good luck :)
2007-04-28 01:05:14 · answer #2 · answered by renee.emily 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nothing is certain. However, anesthesia isn't so bad. The thing I like is that the operation seems instant to you if you're put under. Your eyes close then seemingly open right back up but you're done. I just don't know why my pants are always down during such operations. Doctor tells me it's normal. J/k!
Usually the people that have major health problems are the ones that need to worry about not waking up. Of course, if they have major health problems, then that's their concern whether or not they get anesthesia.
2007-04-24 04:53:49 · answer #3 · answered by Thegustaffa 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No, but generally it is safe or doctors wouldn't use it. Anyone at anytime can have a reaction to anesthesia or they could be given too much and it will sedate them to the point that their breathing slows/stops and their heart stops. While the risks are rare, it's good to talk to your doctor about your fears. Also talk with your doctor to see if these cosmetic procedures are necessary for your health and/or well being. I would be more concerned with the amount of recovery time and possible chance of botched surgeries than I would the actual anesthesia. If you do decide to go for it, please see a good, experienced surgeon even if it costs more.
2007-04-24 04:48:54 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
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2007-04-24 18:20:38 · answer #5 · answered by Alicia 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
One of the most dangerous aspects of any surgical procedure is the anesthesia. It is always a risk. My dentist had a stroke because of it. The patient has to sign a release first and there is a good reason for that. That's why I will never have elective surgery.
2007-04-24 04:47:45 · answer #6 · answered by notyou311 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I have had a couple of surgeries and have had no problems waken up,Sometimes it takes people a bit more time that others to wake up,But that is normal since everyone is different. The Surgeons and the anesthesiologist will talk all this over with you before surgery.
2007-04-24 04:47:02 · answer #7 · answered by Dew 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I am scheduled for a tummy tuck in July. There is always a risk with surgery so do your research first and contact a reputable doc.
2007-04-24 05:02:13 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
People do not always wake up.
There is one person always monitoring your vitals throughout the surgery. They do the best they can to ensure you wake up after surgery.
There is always a risk with surgery.
Make sure you talk to several plastic surgeons before choosing the one you want.
2007-04-24 05:27:31 · answer #9 · answered by Terri 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well I can't speak for all, but I woke up after my breast reduction. It took about 3 hours for mine, so I was under for awhile. And after I woke up, I was wishing they would put me back under!!! I hurt sooo bad. I love anesthesia, myself.
2007-04-24 04:45:42 · answer #10 · answered by Jenintn 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋