Exposed: Surprising Brain Activity During Surgery

[@chinookvalley]

I was given anesthesia, but was awake. Worst experience my mind/body has ever had. I wanted to scream, run, fight back, but I couldn't move. I've seen numerous stories about this and understand the high suicide rate because of it. Not only that, but the quack did the wrong surgery. I tried to find an attorney but the surgeon is world renowned and no one would take the case. The insurance co said I should be "thankful". He didn't get the cancer. Our medical system is one scam after another.

[@bekahelder537]

I’m so sorry that’s terrible 😢

[@melanieford2511]

I too was given general anesthesia but was awake during my C-section. I felt them slice my stomach open the worst pain ever. I also felt hands pulling my baby out.I too was trying desperately to move but of course you can’t because they paralyze you!! I kept thinking how could you be in this much pain without your heart rate or blood pressure going through the roof. Thank God my mom was with me & saw my eyes flickering rapidly. She told the anesthesiologist I think she’s waking up. They gave me more medicine & the pain stopped but in my mind it was just blackness & I was still thinking “awake”! I was even more terrified then because I thought I had died & would be stuck in this eternal darkness while my mind continued think for eternity!! Then when you tell them they just blow you off & say “yes that happens sometimes it’s called awareness”!!! No it’s called living hell & yes it gives you PTSD!

[@chinookvalley]

@@melanieford2511 We aren't alone. Too bad these people are protected while we are blown off. Horrific nightmares and PTSD. It's been 4 years and my anxiety attacks are getting worse. There used to be Support Groups for Victims of Medical Malpractice but it seems they have been censored and forced to cease helping people to get help. The insurance companies and hospitals have all the money to do this.

[@carolbullard7956]

That's one of my greatest fears. I feel bad for anyone that this has happened to.

[@edcronin5409]

By pass hart sugary 2 26 /24 wish me good luck ❤

[@GLD-hopeful]

30 years ago I got a severe migraine the night before a hysterectomy because I was so fearful of awareness during surgery. The anesthesiologist tried to reassure me that that would not happen as they were taking me to surgery and said he would get rid of my severe head pain. He called me a few days after I'd gone home to ask if I had experienced awareness because he said I spoke to him about a premonition of that, as he was putting me under anesthesia. I told him I DID recall feeling the cutting inside my body but couldn't move or speak to tell them! I could only moan slightly and I recalled conversation about what to give me. I had to have two surgeries for breast cancer one year ago and I was TERRIFIED because of my experience during hysterectomy surgery. I was actually having a panic attack waiting for them to come get me to do the surgery in pre op. Thank God, I had no awareness in those more recent surgeries but the antiseptic/betadine type solution that was painted all over my chest for the surgery was left on after and unbeknownst to anyone I'm highly allergic and it burned my skin leaving huge blisters and raw areas. I HATE the thought of any future surgery.

[@shoppingwithpam]

I woke up. The nurse anesthetist let an EMT trainee try to insert the tube. I couldn't breathe. I couldn't move or talk. She said....I better do that...she's having trouble breathing. I knew I was dying. I woke up gasping for breath in recovery. I still can't talk about it without crying. That was 35 years ago.

[@melanieford2511]

I feel your pain I was awake during my c-section & still think about it & it was in 1986!!

[@shoppingwithpam]

@@melanieford2511 .... I'm so sorry. Nightmare experience!!

[@gloriamaryhaywood2217]

Horrific experience! How terrifying for you! Why would an EMT be training on somebody having surgery? Especially with inserting a frigging breathing tube!!? #UNBELIEVABLE 😠

[@shoppingwithpam]

@gloriamaryhaywood2217 ...thank you for understanding!

[@BrendaPereira-h4o]

Waking also happened to me. I had panic attacks for a few years after and would freeze. We didn’t figure out what was going on until I had one in my therapists office. He knew exactly what was happening, performed EMDR and I’ve never had another one.

[@Ldk0988]

So thankful for anesthesiologists! I’m always amazed (and grateful) by waking up with no memory of what happened although the “no control” part stresses me out beforehand.

[@bobmadurski370]

After surgically removing a lung infection, when I regained consciousness, I panicked. I asked the nurse where I was. She said I was out of surgery and doing fine. I really felt I wasn’t.

[@tomearly111]

I was only under anesthesia once. I had a complete quadriceps rupture and it was for that repair. The anesthesia portion of the operation was the most surprising for me. I remember starting to count backward from 100 and I can't even remember what number I got to. In what I perceived to be about one second someone was talking to me trying to wake me up. I was in a different room and looking at the clock it was about 4 hours later. It was like my entire being was just shut off for that entire time. Since I had never been under anesthesia before I thought it would be like going to sleep but it was nothing like that. It was like that time didn't exist at all. I didn't have any negative feelings it was just profound. They gave me a nerve block so I was in no pain when I woke up so that was a nice surprise as well. Unfortunately that only lasted for about 48 hours.

[@MeanOldLady]

That was my experience after going under twice. The third time was the same except I came out with nausea & severe vertigo that lasted a couple hours.

[@Jasper-or7ui]

Interesting, that's kinda cool. At least it seems like a very peaceful experience, even if it's odd.

[@shannondelong3248]

I understand now. I did not know how I could have had a conversation with a doctor and not remember a thing, after I supposedly had woke up from the surgery and was talking to her. I quietly freaked out and I was uncomfortable with the lack of control on my part. The bad part about this is I had no memory of her giving me results of the surgery. It was a lesson for me. If ever I am in the same situation, request a written copy of the results and have a trusted family member in there after the surgery so they can tell me what the results are. You have educated me, I don't feel so stressed about it now that I understand. Thank you! 😊

[@straras]

My urogynecologist told me that when they put my arms out beside me, I said "I feel like Jesus on the cross!". I don't remember it,but she thought it was hilarious!

[@ingabutler4337]

I tell everyone about you!! an exceptional educator! I understand!!!

[@heidylouisa]

I was in a medically induced coma for 3 weeks after emergency surgery in 2021, during which I almost died. I was 31, I’m now 34. I learned THE HARD WAY that you can dream in a coma. I had nightmares the whole time and I STILL REMEMBER THEM VIVIDLY. But I don’t remember most of the first two weeks after I woke up. I am still extremely severely traumatized…. And I have to have more surgery. I am so terrified. My trauma is telling me that I’m going to die. I’m not afraid of where I’m going after I die - I’m a very devout Christian. But I DO NOT WANT TO DIE. Do you have any idea why I still remember the coma??? If any of my brothers or sisters in Christ see this, please pray for me.

[@angelal7733]

I just prayed for you pleading your situation before our Father. I asked Him to give you peace & strength; & wisdom & understanding to your healthcare team. Please give an update💜

[@gloriamaryhaywood2217]

How are you feeling now? I hope your anxiety has dialed down somewhat and you have peace concerning your future surgeries.💜

[@MeanOldLady]

When you have those dreams, just call out to Jesus & focus on him. I have regular nightmares (unrelated to anaesthesia) & that helps immediately. My dad saw bad things & had bad dreams when he was in hospice & as he was in the middle of his "visioning", obviously scared, I told him that if he saw anything upsetting to just call out for Jesus. Just as I said Jesus, it immediately stopped & he slipped into a normal sleep pattern.

[@staciebratton9179]

Just to clarify- there is a difference between general anesthesia that you received for surgery- where a nurse anesthetist stays with you the entire time you're under anesthesia, watching your vitals & controlling all the drugs you receive. So that's from the moment you go to sleep, to the moment you wake up & go to recovery. Under general anesthesia you received a combination of IV drugs & gases to breathe in that keep you asleep. As opposed to when you're in a medically induced coma, there is no general anesthesia or nurse anesthetist. Typically, the patient is on a ventilator, & the ICU nurses & doctors keep the patient sedated with certain IV drugs. Without getting too technical... they hook the patient up to an EEG & take a drug & continue giving it until the patient's brain waves are where the doctor wants. That's a semi-simplified answer from a former scrub nurse. Oh, as to you having nightmares during/from your medical coma- I can tell you what I was taught before starting to work with patients in the operating room. However, everyone can relate. Think about as you fall asleep & or wake up if a conversation has been going on around you or you had the TV or radio on. As a patient or anyone falls asleep or is sedated, etc.- the last thing to go is the hearing, & the 1st thing to return is the hearing. So sometimes you sleep with the TV on & in your sleep say you dreamed some big famous person died, or something. You wake up thinking, "Why'd I dream that?" Then later learn it actually happened. You dreamed it because you actually heard it in your sleep. Same way coma patients hear & remember things from during their coma. Plus drs, nurses, & maybe even family might have said things in your presence that were very negative or acted like things were bleak. Things like this shouldn't be spoken in earshot of an unconscious or comatose patient either. I know that's a really long-winded answer. Sorry about that, but I hope it helps some. And you are most definitely in my prayers.

[@christineburns2801]

​@@staciebratton9179is this why when i pass out my hearing is last to go but the first to come back? I find the human body absolutely fascinating. Im really squeamish and pass out at every little thing. I hate it and cannot control it.

[@millesoc]

I had surgery as a child. I was given to staff-no parents allowed. I was terrified, in a large open ward with other children screaming and crying. There were nuns who were caretakers. Strict, no compassion. I got out of bed to soothe the baby next to me, who was crying. I got in trouble for that. I remember the surgery, and being awake and scared. I don't remember pain. The doctor looked at me, asked me questions, but I couldn't speak. Then he said she is awake to someone behind me. I am grateful I haven't needed more surgery, but I think I would turn it down based on this experience. It really is PTSD.

[@lushpaw1]

what a horrible experience for a child. I'm sorry that happened to you.

[@mhenderson9311]

Mind racing & survival mode, yes. Can relate to this! So thankful for the two anaesthesiologists who took such good care of me while I was under. And the surgeon was able to do his work. I just remember waking up in the recovery room, very peaceful at that point. Unlike a prior surgery many years ago where I woke up wanting to throw things at people.

[@MedicalSecrets]

I'm happy your experience was so much better!

[@mhenderson9311]

@@MedicalSecrets I should add, thank you for your educational videos on controversial subjects. I like when you say "You have more power over your health than you probably know".

[@sailor10022]

I honestly just had surgery last week and can tell you that I remembered every detail before being under. Once I work up I knew actually where I was & the reason. Everything was smooth, I couldn't believe I was finish with my surgery.

[@Taobeth]

I remember that my anaesthesiologist was wearing a Marvel character bandana. I remember the trouble they had placing the IV. I remember the team introducing themselves in the OR. I remember everything.

[@heidi5462]

Anesthesiologist are absolutely amazing and angels in the OR!

[@RitaMBuda-tz6bi]

Really? I never even met mine. 😣😣😣

[@goldcic]

They gave me Ketamime once for surgery. It was a 3 day experience of nightmarish hallucinations. Like being trapped with the Adam's family. Last time I had a toe bone removed I used nothing because I have neuropathy so I just watched. But they messed up and insisted I go under. I woke up in a Zen like state. Not high. Just content with no anxiety, thinking if this could last forever it must be like what heaven is like. I tried as long as possible not to let on I was awake. It wasn't Propofol. I don't know & didn't ask.

[@MedicalSecrets]

I am so sorry you had that experience. However, I am also so intrigued by the experience you had the second time. I hope you have recovered well since!

[@goldcic]

@@MedicalSecrets - actually it got reinfected 4 times requiring 3 further operations. The insurance co. Oscar, founded by Trump's son in law, wouldn't approve even the most obvious of tests. The infectious disease doctor told me he wouldn't give me a Probiotic "because "it would interfere with the antibiotic". Knowing this was false since I was a child and knowing my stomach could not take 3 months of IV Yankomycin I asked him if he was a real doctor. So he then looked it up & gave it to me. Two more bad infections later I told my primary not to mention the word hospital, give me Doxy 500 bid & Id do the would care and cut the thing out myself So I was greenlit and had to do it myself. I have had 30 day survival training in the Everglades & was a First Aid Instructor for years. It is almost healed 2 years later It bleeds occasionally because the shoes are too big.

[@Pencelia]

I had endoscopy and colonoscopy last Friday. They gave me propofol and as soon as I woke up I was not happy because I remember everything I was dreaming about. I still remember what I dreamed about. I always tend to wake up as soon as they are wheeling me out of the surgery room. I remember the same thing after I had surgery for a perforated ulcer years ago. My dentist even told me I'm wired differently because my pain receptors are in different places.

[@Etheral101]

In UK your not even put under for those. Your just numbed a little

[@susanclark2212]

You described me perfectly. I had an expensive invasive procedure last week with lots of worries. The anesthesiologist explained why there is a seemingly long pause between the face mask being applied and when I would lose awareness. Then he guided me through a few deep breaths. Very comforting. I didn't feel alone.

[@susanclark2212]

He said that "pause" was to get my lungs accustomed the 02 I would depending on for the next 2 or 3 hours. This is silly, but prior to this experience I I felt like the pause was just a game and I was just waiting when the anesthesiologist was going to "pounce" on me with his or her elixirs!

[@gailmcmichael9861]

​@@susanclark2212Thanks for explaining about this.

[@KatieAllison77]

I just had back surgery 2 weeks ago. I watch all your videos and learned from you, that if I mention waking angry from anesthesia, I could tell my anesthesiologist and they could alter the meds they give me so I don’t wake up cursing everyone. Well, surgery day came (L1-L3 fusion and revision of L3-S1). Biggest back surgery I’ve had to date. The anesthesiologist came in my pre-op room and I told her (first female anesthesiologist I’ve ever had) and told her of my reaction to sedation. She told me that she wouldn’t do anything different and there was nothing different she could possibly do to prevent post surgery anger. Why would she say that? Just to be clear, I woke up perfectly fine, my pain was managed well and I had no issues whatsoever that anyone mentioned to me. I wonder if she did alter my anesthesia meds and just didn’t want the patient suggesting how she did her job? Thank you so much for all your informational videos. I’ve lost count on how many cervical and lumbar surgeries I’ve had. I’m going to need another hand surgery this year as well. Thank you!

[@debbiec.1564]

I have learned a lot from you, sometimes I think to much maybe.😁 I didn’t realize how much an Anesthesiologist does! I have been sedated several time and I have to say that I just relax and let it take over. I know you say we aren’t asleep but it is the most relax sleep I get. My mind stops racing, the ringing in my hears stops, that is wonderful, I feel no pain. Fortunately, I have never been nauseous when I wake up. A couple of times my body has just started shaking a lot. They give me something and it stops. That Has happened twice to me. I do not do any illegal drugs. I just find it to be a very relaxing rest for me.

[@jenjenbee1340]

I don’t know if you saw my response to your question, in the live stream. You asked how I felt when I woke up? I was still under general anesthesia. I heard the doctor ask “where did I put that towel”, and I either voiced it or thought I answered him when I said that “I hoped it wasn’t in my belly.” Anyway I didn’t feel anything. I still remember this very clearly years later.

[@NathalieJANSSON-v1z]

Thank you so much to share your knowledge with us....🙏🙏🙏❤

[@joannmay-anthony1076]

I remember everything right up to going under. I hated my brain surgery because it took so long to get over the anesthesia. Regular surgeries like knee replacement, I wake up fairly fast and/or my brain is full steam ahead. And after the surgery for a week, I had thoughts that i knew where wrong cuz they where physically impossible to do. Won't do brain surgery ever again. Will do coils the next time. PTSD/anxiety sounds about right after brain surgery. I was really sad and down for quite some time afterward. Had to have knee replacement surgery 5 mths later and was scared to have anesthesia, but it was like all my other surgeries, woke up fast and was fine.

[@shadusia]

I have been healing (or several occasions, as if peeling the layers...) after ptsd, failed suicide attempts and general relational traumas, and during ayahuasca ceremony with a good shaman also healed some stuff that happened to me during a surgery (which I didn't remember anything from). So yes, definitely body keeps the score and also medical traumas can be healed to some extent too. I think with good guidance and care, ayahuasca, st pedro, mushrooms etc can play a key part in healing trauma induced by medical procedures, or actually botched anaesthesias that leave people in deep nightmares and anxieties after remembering the whole procedures and pains...

[@AlpacaMade]

Ohhhh, I remember it! First and only time having gas for dental extraction. First inhale, oh this is not so bad. Evey one after that; cartoon nightmare. I was stationary, the dental staff was in hyper-speed in action but not speech. I heard the dentist clearly, _complaining_ about this or that having to do with the proceedure. After a half hour in recovery, I zoomed out of that office as fast as my unsteady legs would carry me. Gas ? _Never_ again

[@Thane36425]

I woke up during a surgery as a child and remember those few seconds. They assured me it didn't happen, but it did. All the other times I was under I was still kind of thinking but there was just darkness, no light, no sound, no sensation of any kind, not even time.

[@nettie3485]

When I had total knee replacement surgery, I was given a meal replacement supplement to take four hours prior to the surgery. After that surgery, I lost 35 lbs in about 5 weeks. It was weird.

[@Butterflii37]

I had two surgeries back to back one in 22 and one in 23-in 22 I woke up after and the breathing tube was so uncomfortable and when they took it out my lip was swollen for a few days post-op. In 23 I told my anesthesiologist about that and he said “that was likely the fault of the anesthesiologist so I’ll be mindful” I told him “I know I’m an adult, but pretend like I’m a baby” he was so reassuring and after, I felt at ease. I say that to say, even if we are adults I wish all medical professionals would look to individuals as if they are babies when undergoing major medical procedures. Since my ordeal in 2022, I now go to every drs appointment and say “pretend I’m a baby” so they can handle me like I’m fragile. I will say that my male providers tend to exhibit more compassion than the female ones. The female nurses are usually nice, but the female doctors have been less nice and often are short when speaking with you, and condescending.

[@cynthiaelesevandyke-melcho1864]

Thank you so very much 💟🙏👍

[@danielintheantipodes6741]

I found this video beautiful, very moving. Lovely choice of music, representing the subject perfectly. You have a beautiful soul.

[@MedicalSecrets]

Thank you for the kind comments

[@darriontunstall3708]

Awesome and amazing! I love anesthesiologist! I really enjoy donating to the anesthesiologist Foundation, since it was hard for me to go to college because of my cerebral palsy, I really wanted to be an anesthesiologist physician! You rock man!!! It takes a special person to be a anesthesiologist or CRNA and you’re one of them

[@MedicalSecrets]

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[@darriontunstall3708]

@@MedicalSecrets 🙏❤️

[@mhenderson9311]

Looks like I might miss the live stream but I will definitely tune in later as this sounds extremely interesting!

[@MedicalSecrets]

I hope you learn something new!

[@mhenderson9311]

Wow, yes learning something new! I like to do yoga and the breathing exercises associated with it. I think this "mindfulness" helped me a bit as I was getting general anaesthesia for surgery.

[@Anuyushi]

I've been under multiple times, every single time was different First time: Surgery for Cubital tunnel syndrome. I remember looking at the clock. 7 AM. They put me under, and I woke up later. No dreams. I was very tired, but progressively began to come to. When I opened my eyes, I saw the clock again. 9 AM. It was 2 hours later. The more awake I got, the more energized I felt. I was not only wide awake, I felt like I had a full night's rest. I asked to leave right away, they refused, I had to leave in the wheelchair. This one was the most confusing. It felt like I could run a block. Second time: Hysterectomy. I was hungry when I went I arrived. It was my only complaint right before I went under. The surgeon joked that I wouldn't be hungry for long. I woke up with the phantom sensation of needing to use the restroom. It was incredibly uncomfortable. I was very tired and couldn't seem to fully wake up. They asked if I wanted something to eat. I remembered being hungry when I went under, so I tried to eat. I wasn't hungry anymore and I could barely swallow. I looked at the clock. Two hours passed. I couldn't process the two hour difference of 5 and 7 AM. I slept when I went home for a few hours, and was fully back when I woke up. Third time: Double mastectomy. My memory failed the most here. I was in the operating room, and then I was being wheeled into the recovery room. I looked at the clock. Four-five hours passed, I couldn't read it though. My mother came to pick me up. She was telling me something, but my conscious was fading in and out. I don't remember what she said. I slept the drive home. Fourth time: Wisdom tooth extraction. They put me under with a needle injection. I closed my eyes and let it take me. I dreamed this time, unlike any other time. When I woke up, I had no memory of it happening. I was confused where I was, then as my memory returned, confused why I wasn't in the chair anymore. I was awake, but only barely coherent. I was too tired to speak and let everything around me happen as I tried to get my bearings. I slept the drive home.

[@darriontunstall3708]

I can’t wait! I’ll be there

[@officialha5k]

Did you get a new camera or something? The image quality is amazing and I love that the background is a little more blurred than before. The special effects are great though perhaps a bit plentiful. At times, I found the special effect frequency a bit distracting. It's great for some videos, but maybe should be less plentiful in others... A balance of content styles to best suit the intended audience for each specific video and catch a wider variety of viewers. Also, thank you for your time and efforts in making this content. I truly believe you are making a life saving difference in many people's lives, not just in the USA. 🧡 🇨🇦

[@MedicalSecrets]

Thank you for the feedback, I will be sure to share it with the editor

[@wasababi]

A year ago I got put under to get my canine teeth extracted. They dont believe me that i was aware while they were doing their thing. I mean it didnt hurt (except for the lip holder thing pinching me the whole time) and i knew what they were doing. I was not scared at all. It was like being so tuckered out you cant move, but your brain wont shut off for sleep. Tho i have another tooth extraction in 2 days but this time is my wisdom teeth. I wont mind if im aware again, i just hope they dont mess up my jaw. 😅 Oddly enough i got put under for tonsil removal twice in 2003 and 2013. Those times i was not aware. Makes me wonder if it was the dentist or me....

[@KatieAllison77]

From what I understand, there are different levels of sedation.

[@chrisgiacomozzi916]

My practice is to pray that all involved in my care from the specialist to the the janitor that prepared the room are blessed with perfected abilities and will be guided even beyond their skills. I trust that l am fully in God's hands and the outcome will be in His will. I had 2 separate knee replacements this past year and have woken up feeling very safe and cared for. I was more afraid of the pain meds after the fact, but that was to be on me and l am happy to say that most of them were disposed of rather than taken. I love your kind and comforting way! Keep up the good work!

[@debbieblair3329]

Thanks Doc. Interesting info.

[@Naseexa-c9r]

I had a c-section before 6 months and i can't remember my pregnancy journey,and all things that happen during my pregnancy still ,sometimes i remember funny things,and what sisters was saying.😥

[@BlueBird1994_]

I only ever had two surgeries in my entire life. One in 2016 for wisdom teeth removal, and another in 2018 for an ovarian tumor removal. 2016 surgery: Going under twilight anesthesia was pretty fast, one moment I was awake, the next I was out like a light. And then when the procedure was over... my initial memories from coming to are a bit fuzzy and spotty, but I vaguely remember looking over to the counter beside me and pointing to a pad of paper (my entire mouth was numb and stuffed with gauze, so I couldn't speak), so I could communicate to the Dr in the room, and my mom as well (the procedure was done in the surgeon's office, not the hospital, so it was a smaller, outpatient place, btw). Of course, that's as much as I remember before my memory blanked out and I ended up writing some very wonky, nonsensical things, and my handwriting looked like a drunk person's 😂 and then after that, next thing I remember was being helped up off the chair and my mom walking me out and to the car parked near the front doors. 2018 surgery: It was another smooth transition going under, and it was complete/full anesthesia, of course. This story is less interesting because nothing out of the ordinary really happened to me for this time. Of course, I went under while anxious (doesn't help I have an anxiety disorder and I wasn't allowed to take any meds for it) but it didn't seem to have much if any affect on me. Once the surgery was finished, they wheeled me into the PACU, and I woke up wrapped in a blanket burrito. Nothing interesting really took place, I just felt really groggy and drowsy while coming to. Just that my mom was there providing me a light snack (some crackers and apple juice) and helping me change out of hospital scrubs and back into my regular clothing. Funny thing is, I was actually slightly disappointed that I wasn't feeling high and silly after waking up, so it was a slight disappointment 😂😅 So yeah, those are my two anesthesia experiences. Nothing too crazy or out of the ordinary.

[@proudparrotparent815]

Thank you Dr Kaveh for educating us ,with all this great information,,I never knew .God bless you ,you are the best .

[@MedicalSecrets]

Thank you for the kind comment! I hope you learned something new to advocate for your health

[@imdurk6698]

So theoretically u can time travel by being under anesthesia for multiple days straight

[@rafiahmad7548]

Just missed this so sorry! This was such an interesting stream, the mind can truly do amazing things like when anaesthesia! I have a question- what are the differences between gas and liquid anaesthesia? Thank you for amazing videos Dr. Kaveh! Your work is much appreciated

[@MedicalSecrets]

I have quite a few videos describing gas and liquid anesthesia, but we can talk about them on the next live stream!

[@rafiahmad7548]

@@MedicalSecrets Great, thank you so much Dr. Kaveh I’ve just watched some about this and have learnt so many things from your videos!

[@MeanOldLady]

I'm so grateful that I just black out completely during surgery - no dreaming, no nothing. They've (3) all gone according to plan except for the third surgery where I woke up with some nasty nausea & vertigo that lasted for several hours.

[@BushyHairedStranger]

So where exactly is the Mind located? In the Brain? Within a unmeasurable field we’ve yet to discover based upon our evolutionary process? Where is the Soul located? within the Brain? within the Mind? within the Body?

[@MedicalSecrets]

These are GOOD QUESTIONS! We'll kind of touch on these a little bit in the video :)

[@melanieford2511]

Evolution is a lie we didn’t come from apes! There’s a reason they call it a “theory” it’s NOT a fact even though they teach us that it is. They have never observed or found any evidence of one species evolving into another!

[@jlw38257]

I personally speculate that consciousness is not confined to the brain and that it precedes the brain. If I dream while under anesthesia and remember it, but I've been given something to turn off memories, how did I remember the dream? When did the dream happen? Did it happen only in my consciousness and it was buffered in consciousness to later be stored in my brain (based on current scientific theories of memory storage)?

[@BushyHairedStranger]

@@jlw38257 Agreed! How can it be!? The evidence deconstructs this antiquated idea we’ve had that consciousness is created and operated by the brain. Perhaps out bodies (CNS) are mobile signal-consciousness, receivers(?( that as organism we “awaken” ignite or tune into the signals of consciousness through the act of parturition(?)….i dont know but its a interesting hypothesis

[@jlw38257]

@@BushyHairedStranger I do have to say that I base that on a personal interpretation of the soul as in the Bible and teachings of what most refer to as the "Christian religion", (which originally was not referred to as Christian and was not a religion, but an embodiment of fellow believers of the birth, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ).I can go into further details but I'll need to do it later from a PC where I can type more easily.

[@rosemaryeveleigh3562]

Very interesting never knew about this when underling surgery ❤😊

[@MedicalSecrets]

I'm happy you learned something new!

[@vanessagutierrez8897]

I just had surgery about weeks ago , I woke up feeling so bad, I had this headache that the room was spinning really bad why is that? That spinning made me feel nausea to 😢

[@straras]

I've always trusted my doctor has the best people with her/him, so I've never been nervous or anxious.

[@carolineowen7846]

Yea, I got PTSD from my last surgery, when I woke up the surgeon just went about how I needed counselling. She refused to answer my question of "why?" It does NOT build trust, or invoke any that the surgeon has any level of either competency, or capability. It just tells me they are liars on every level.

[@wendyhenschel.]

i woke up during one of my surgeries. while i was being cut. I saw the doctor cutting me and i heard the conversation going on between them all. First time this ever happened to me. Why did i wake up? it did not cause any trauma issues. i believe that when i moaned because of the cutting is what caught their attention i was awake. after that everything went black again. no sights, no sounds. i never said anything when the surgery was done so they probably figured i did not remember. but i do remember it all. can you explain to me how this happens?

[@MedicalSecrets]

I'm sorry you had that experience. I am so happy to hear that you do not feel like caused any trauma. I would discuss that with your doctors in the future. I will do a video on this topic again in the future, too

[@melanieford2511]

@@MedicalSecrets I was in ICU for 2 weeks in a “ medically induced coma”.I was intubated, central line, nasogastric feeding tube. Tubes in all my offices but my ears. I wasn’t supposed to make it I had contracted MRSA & C-Diff in addition to my lung issue I had a brief NDE .I would like to know why if I was in a coma I could feel them doing things to me. Also, it wasn’t like when you get put to sleep in so far as I had horrific dreams, delusions, not blacked out. Could you tell me why? I have severe PTSD as a result of it this was in 2004. When my mom would put the little wet sponge thing around my lips & inside of my mouth to clean it, I never wanted it to end. You are SO THIRSTY the whole thing just horrible!!

[@gloriamaryhaywood2217]

@@melanieford2511 Wow! It's amazing tgat you remember so much of the whole experience and are able to share what it was actually like! I'm sure you do have PTSD issues due to going thru that. So glad you survived against the odds!!💜

[@melanieford2511]

@@gloriamaryhaywood2217 Thank you so much. Many times since then I wish I would have stayed dead because then you have no pain & nice experiences.

[@gloriamaryhaywood2217]

@@melanieford2511 But you weren't ever dead, Right!? And you yourself stated that it was a horrific experience. I hope that you are healthy these days and can truly appreciate being given a second chance at life?🤔

[@jlw38257]

I recently had a kidney stone "blasted" done while under anesthesia. Beforehand I spoke to an anesthesiologist while I was being prepped. When I was being rolled into the surgery room I was chatty and waxing philosophical about consciousness being unconscious, asking if I could give the staff a playlist for my listening pleasure (jokingly), I slid on the table for the procedure and the person I thought was the anesthesiologist that walked beside me en route, was totally different dude. I was like "where's the anesthesiologist?" Dude said " I am (pause) well, I am the tech that will be taking care of your anesthesia ". I had no idea that was a thing...then I started questioning if I was already under. He assured me I wasn't put the mask on and I said "So I'm guessing you didn't get my playlist?" He said "take 5 deep breaths and let me check." I later woke up, as they were rolling me to pacu, I remember being aggravated that all the dragons I had been fighting were gone and then asking why I couldn't feel my p___is. Later my comes in saying, "Well, I heard you were entertaining after the anesthesia."

[@lindakelsch6196]

I always go into surgery grateful for the skill and ability of my doctors and that I am able to get the care I need. Total right knee, reverse total R an L shoulder replacement. So far.

[@MedicalSecrets]

I'm so happy to hear they have all gone well!

[@mac-ju5ot]

I woke up during surgery and yes i remeber looking atv my foot with open bones. I get night terrors now

[@shawnmurphy3540]

I find your videos fascinating . You are able to translate complicated information in a way that is assesible and comprehensive to those of us who are not doctors. Thank you ! I have woken up in both surgeries I have experienced. I do not remember, but both surgeons assured me it was because I am healthy. Is this accurate ? Thank you !

[@irenenavarrette1918]

Good morning Dr. Kaveh, how are you today! So interesting! When I woke up from a surgery, I said "doctor or he said I can have something for pain" I wasn't in pain, I just could swear I heard that! I'm gonna talk to nurse next time first! 🤔

[@Vewyscawy]

I love your videos Dr. Kaveh, but the music in this one made it difficult to hear what you were saying. It was too distracting.

[@MedicalSecrets]

Thank you for the feedback, I will be sure to let the editor know!

[@annapaulineogrady9184]

Music scary movie 😅

[@gailmcmichael9861]

​@@MedicalSecretsDr Kaveh I like your videos, but I am I am not happy with utube asking questions/feedback on whether you are qualified. I wouldn't be wasting my time watching you. I do not want them censoring you & the WHO cutting off your channel. Gail

[@angelal7733]

I have medical trauma from being trapped in darkness while under. I woke up immediately when surgery was over pulling my tubes out & trying to get off the table. A doctor said there were no reported issues.

[@MedicalSecrets]

I'm so sorry to hear that. Were you able to discuss this with other doctors afterwards?

[@angelal7733]

Yes,but with no results. For now, I am letting it go & working on my mental health.

[@sarah-janemelnychuk541]

I absolutely hate getting Anesthesia. A year ago I had gallbladder surgery and 2 weeks ago I had an unexpected surgery due to an MVA. I had 2 diff experiences. I don’t know why. First time breathing through the mask no resistance but this last time was the first time I encountered resistance trying to breath through the mask. I gently swatted the mask away and told them I can’t breathe it’s difficult but then the lady told me it was the filter and I said ok then lights out. Like I can’t breathe but ok. I’m still wondering why there was so much resistance to my breathing… perhaps that helps the lungs? I don’t know. Last time I had a week to prepare for the surgery with a breathing exercise device maybe that filter thing was a quicker way to help my lungs? I don’t know but I almost had a panic attack because they didn’t tell me I’d experience resistance with breathing… well, due to the MVA I was also recovering from a mild pneumothorax. They waited until my internal bleeding bleeding stopped before operating to fix my upper arm/shoulder joint. Anyways… watching these videos actually has been helping with my anxiety around getting put under. I don’t know why I get anxiety when I’ve never encountered a problem. So… what’s up with that filter and why was there or is there resistance to breathing in like you have to work significantly harder to breathe?

[@Christynmaine]

A little off topic but I’m wondering if I can request anesthesia for a bone marrow aspiration and biopsy? I’ve heard people describe this as incredibly painful and even barbaric. I’m thinking of refusing the procedure. 😢

[@carolineowen7846]

So how do you self heal from aneasthetic induced PTSD? 'Cos I'm sure as hell not going back there, or to that haspoital.

[@lavernbrown8105]

I did my surgery 3 weeks ago all I remember is when they put oxygen over my face and remember seeing some bright light in my mind then someone says your in recovery room. I remembered suddenly I was gonna do surgery and realized it was done I couldn't move or talk for a while

[@Annette-k9t]

When i have sedation i wake up feeling awful anxious, guilty, ashamed sometimes for days (dont know why 😬) but when i have general anaesthetic i feel fine maybe nauseous but thats it. Do you know why? I would think its the other way around. 🤷

[@cezybar]

Are anesthesiologists familiarized with Early Repolaryzation Syndrome"? I was waken up during the surgery as ECG was showing heart attack and surgery was cancelled. All my ECG diagrams were investigated by 2 cardiologists after and both said I'm perfectly fine, the ECG graphs were fine, no heart attack, just the machine based on ST changes displayed "heart attack" and it happens if you have Early Repo Syndrom and they give me papers that I can have general anesthesia with no issues, no treatment needed, leave and forget. I'm wondering why my anesthesiologist didn't read the graphs during surgery, just machine interpretation and they step back with surgery? I was in so much stress and now I have to approach my surgery again (gallbladder removal) :(

[@RachelMountz]

My anxiety gets the best of me when I go under and I cry

[@rayliddicoat7959]

Absolutely fascinating. Love from Julie/LVN

[@pamelarichards7555]

I was a teenager when my father brought me to the emergency room. I was highly agitated because my allergies were so bad, I had blisters on my corneas and my parents decided to take me to the country during full ragweed season. The doctor gave me a shot of Versed "to calm me down," then proceeded to molest me. He probably assumed I would not remember these events, but I was not completely under sedation, and I have a vivid memory of what he did to me. I recently learned that I have the red-headed gene that affects how my body processes anesthesia. This appears to be masked by the other "hair color" genes I have, blonde and brunette. No one has identified the effects this has on me because I don't "look" like a redhead. Novocain hardly touches my pain. I don't trust doctors or anesthetists. My teeth are in bad shape, but I don't want to see a dentist. I gave birth to three children with nothing more than tylenol (afterwards, not during childbirth).

[@Drastic.changes]

My ex was talking about me while under, it boggles my mind because we were still new and weren't that close back then!

[@Michelle-TB]

I had the bat 🦇 fly into the cave 4 to 5 times not sure exactly. The bats 🦇 did their meepy thing to Noe (brain 🧠). Then they flew out of the cave. Noe handled each visit from the bats 🦇 well. One time the bats 🦇 didn't completely do their meepy flaps with Noe. I was conscious. It was dark. I felt a bit of the surgery bat 🦇. It wasn't horrible, but I have a high pain tolerance bat 🦇. I also have an Autistic brain 🧠. They are different from Neurotypical brains 🧠.

[@StefBarber]

interesting!!!

[@MedicalSecrets]

I hope you learn something new about the mind!

[@sharlenegilse5289]

I have to have sling surgery this one scares me the most I have had Foot and Ankle surgery on both of my legs three times on the left and three times on the right I've had Freedom surgery to remove a pocket breast reduction they were too big and my back and my shoulders were hurting in my but I was digging into me but this time I am having sling surgery and this one scares me the most what should I do if can I have your opinion please should I do it or should I not ? Please get back to me please 😊

[@ingabutler4337]

Hi, I once had an ERCP.. but I woke up fighting and pulling tubes out of my mouth. They then rebooked me and I went to the OR to have the procedure. I’m not sure how or why I could wake up.. 😮

[@lynnpeart4195]

Ty wow this is something else..

[@MedicalSecrets]

I hope you learned something new!

[@WileCoyoteMoncure-Smith]

I need frequent anesthesia for a recurring procedure. I always laugh. I start telling jokes when I get into the room and try to get as many out as possible and all of a sudden - gone! It’s a game I play to try and get my surgeon to laugh. He’s used to it.

[@MedicalSecrets]

I hope that helps you feel more comfortable before falling asleep!

[@WileCoyoteMoncure-Smith]

@@MedicalSecrets It completely helps. Laughing is my free therapy. Thanks for the informative videos. Thank you for the care anesthesiologists give.

[@jaeljade3609]

I wonder if there's a way to give any kind of positive hypnotic suggestion to people while under anesthesia. Maybe somehow reverse depression or pain or PTSD. If you have to be under anyway, why not get a little psychological care too. I suppose ethics would have to be carefully monitored. I'm always interested in those near death cases where patients say they floated over the bed and could hear and see everything happening. It's like the brain has fractal organization maybe? If I only had a better brain to understand ha ha.

[@RhondaMichalke-c1g]

I'm having vein stripped done what should I aspect. Thank you Tuesday.

[@bethwillard7795]

Blessings blessings always

[@870annie]

My intestin was block for 2 years (extremely rare disease) and finaly when i had surgery i was so happy not stress but i could not live like that.. i dont remember anything!

[@MedicalSecrets]

I'm so happy it went well!

[@870annie]

@@MedicalSecrets do you know isolated diffuse intestinal ganglioneuromatosis? Cant find any doctor in canada

[@laceysilver5714]

Hello Dr K

[@MedicalSecrets]

Hi!

[@William.Lumbergh]

I wonder what his opinion is of elective surgeries performed under general anesthesia.

[@kellykraft832]

What is the newer/better option to a BIS for intraop awareness?

[@MedicalSecrets]

We don't have anything yet!

[@glassgoddess8646]

Are positive affirmations helpful when your under anesthesia? If so is this something you can ask your anesthesiologist for? Do you give them examples? It seems like they are already so busy and concentrated on other areas.

[@ellekathryn8879]

What about when we wake up in the middle of surgery? I woke up 2x during the same surgery. 1st time they put me back under. Second time, they said they were almost finished so stayed awake. Thankfully I was alert enough to communicate that I was actually awake. I wasn’t in physical pain, but feeling the pulling etc was disturbing.

[@Gizathecat2]

Why give an amnesia inducing drug in addition to the propofol?

[@michaelgrey7854]

I have a grear fear of being cut open in an operation.

[@MedicalSecrets]

Being awake for that?

[@josephconner4756]

I never even been under anesthesia for surgery. What does it feel like going under anesthesia for the first time.

[@MedicalSecrets]

That's a great question, and I should do a video on that!

[@josephconner4756]

@@MedicalSecrets I will watch it

[@sailor10022]

Honestly, you don't feel anything. It's more like time skip for you in the blink of an eye. It depends on the recovery stage after. Mine was smooth as butter, I almost couldn't tell I had surgery until I realise my gums were a bit soar.

[@jimwest1967]

Im having a ct myelogram next week. They say ill be sedated so im assuming versed butvive had problems with benzos. Hoping for propofol instead.

[@MedicalSecrets]

I'm wishing you the best for that procedure!

[@islanddreamer5930]

Why do so many the elderly who go under anesthesia get dementia or like symptoms..?..

[@cherylkat2342]

I woke up once I’ve had a lot surgeries … but they put me out really fast…I’ve had no problems with all the surgeries I have had since.PTL

[@Ring0--]

Done that too.

[@melanieford2511]

What’s PTL?

[@rachelrodgers9171]

@@melanieford2511 maybe it means Praise the Lord? (PTL).

[@melanieford2511]

@@rachelrodgers9171 Yes 🙌 I’m sure that’s what it stands for thx.

[@teresaanderson3581]

Can you give a baby fitenal but my nafu had to had surgery

[@marionbrown5651]

I had a night mare experience 1999 I had anasteic could breath or move

[@Tha_G0at]

How do you feel about these pill based ketamine programs that are becoming more popular now a days? Are they just as effective?

[@lulumoon6942]

My EEG's have reflected lots of Alpha activity that I was told could be reflective of decades of meditation. Also, pre-surgeries (brain) or procedures have always been calm. Is this related???

[@atulrai6575]

You are good man im cardiac surgeon mumbai india ❤

[@MedicalSecrets]

Thank you for what you do for your patients!

[@metricdeep8856]

Hypnotists will tell you that the brain is experiencing and hearing all that is going on. Memories are not available to the conscious mind but are indeed memories just like any other that the brain has access to. Medical staff need to watch what they say as the patient is listening and the brain accepts any suggestions as true in that state. If statements are made as to the success of the surgery or overall outcome....it can/is believed and manifested by the patient. Sarcasm and jokes are not interpreted as such by the patient and can be very detrimental. If the surgeon says "look at these arteries...this guy will be back in surgery in 6 months or dead".... Patients are essentially victimized by careless professionals. It is the unconscious belief system of the patient that determines the successful outcome of the individual....Surgery is only part of it.

[@RachelMountz]

I’m scared

[@iris1568]

Well funny enough I did dream during my first brain surgery. I didn't dream during my second brain surgery, though. That one was taking longer so they might have used a higher dose or a different anesthesia

[@GuardianOfUltima]

I always give a disclaimer that views expressed may not reflect my own before going under.

[@MedicalSecrets]

!!! That's well said!

[@LatteLu68]

I have a random question. Do you put a catheter in after we are put under? what happens if I can't hold it {my pee...LOL} for my 1.5-2.5 hour surgery I am having on Friday? Just curious. I worry I will pee all over the bed 🤦‍♀

[@Ring0--]

I operate at 12 Hz?

[@juliemarkham4332]

I've had 6 surgeries under anesthesia. I woke prematurely from one and had to have more anesthesia. Why do you give amnestics?

[@MedicalSecrets]

Amnestics, like benzodiazepines?

[@juliemarkham4332]

@@MedicalSecrets IDK. You said amnestics and shook one of the bottles. Would our brains recall the surgery and cause us trauma even though we are unconscious and paralyzed?

[@officialha5k]

Medications that cause amnesia. Medications that stop your brain forming/retaining memories. Ideally to stop the formation of traumatic memories. ​@@juliemarkham4332

[@RachelMountz]

I get nightmares beforehand

[@thirdrockjul2224]

Stay away from stuck. ❤