How long does it take anesthesia to leave your body? Dr. Kaveh LIVE

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In this video, we discuss a critical topic: the length of time anesthesia stays in the body post-surgery. We focus on specific factors such as the type of anesthesia used, the kind of surgery performed, the pre-existing mental health state, and the history of substance use, including marijuana or cannabis.
Key anesthetics like Propofol, Fentanyl, Remifentanil, Sufentanil, Hydromorphone, and Midazolam are addressed. The decision to use and the dosage of these anesthetics hinge on individual patient requirements and the type of surgery. The dosage influences the duration these anesthetics stay in the body, how quickly they metabolize, and how long it takes for the patient to regain consciousness post-anesthesia.
The type of surgery significantly affects anesthesia duration in the body. Cardiac surgeries and neurosurgeries, for instance, necessitate higher doses of anesthesia due to their complex and lengthy nature. The larger dosage subsequently requires a longer period for the body to metabolize and redistribute the anesthesia.
Neurosurgery, in particular, merits a closer look. As these operations directly impact the brain, an organ that takes a longer time to recover due to its complexity, a higher anesthetic dosage is required. This requirement inevitably leads to a more extended wake-up period from the anesthesia. The body must redistribute and metabolize the high drug concentrations, and the brain needs to re-establish its usual functions after the invasive procedure.
The mental health state of a patient before surgery also affects anesthesia use. Patients with more anxiety or unresolved PTSD often need higher anesthesia dosages and subsequently experience a longer wake-up time. These conditions may also increase the risk of emergence delirium, a state of confusion that can occur post-anesthesia, further extending the recovery period.
Additionally, a history of substance use, particularly marijuana or cannabis, influences the dosage and metabolism of anesthesia. Frequent marijuana users may need more anesthetics due to increased tolerance, extending the time for recovery as the body works to metabolize the higher dosage.
Each patient responds to anesthesia differently, and these variables make it challenging to predict the exact recovery time post-anesthesia accurately. Providing complete and accurate medical history aids healthcare providers in administering appropriate care.
This video is a deep dive into the world of anesthesia and its journey in the body. We examine how various factors can influence its effects, its metabolization, and its significant impact on patient care and recovery. For specific advice regarding your health, consult with your healthcare professional.
This video/speech/channel DOES NOT CONSTITUTE MEDICAL ADVICE. Patients with medical concerns should contact their physician. If your concern is an emergency, immediately call 911. This information is not a recommendation for ANY THERAPY. Some substances referenced in this content may be illegal, and this content is not a recommendation for, or endorsement of, their use in any way.

[@slc1161]

I’m a retired critical care nurse who retired because of a rare degenerative arthritis and fibromyalgia. Dealing with chronic pain and muscle spasms and getting an average of two procedures per month for pain management and mobility. Your information is the best I’ve ever heard. You should record patient education videos and sell them to hospitals and ambulatory surgeries. You are a very engaging speaker and do a great job breaking things down for even non medical persons.

[@sharonread7674]

❣🙏

[@MedicalSecrets]

I'm so sorry to hear about your chronic pain. Thank you for all the wonderful work that you have done for patients. And thank you for the kind comments

[@annhorn1190]

You could work from home doing coding. I’m an rn also with CFS/fibro. Will be retiring within the next two years. Going to take a coding course and get certified. My body can’t take much more of being on my feet. ❤

[@JenJen0582]

Just curious if you have ever tried LDN ( Low Dose Naltrexone) for your fibromyalgia and other pain. It worked wonders for me!

[@Indy__isnt_it]

​@@JenJen0582 I've been given high dose cymbalta for fibro. Between the fibro, rheumatoid arth (they are removing the R word from arthritis, from what I'm hearing, I recently filled out new patient bookwork! It's so long to do at 65 yo! They actually did remove rheumatoid from the list and ONLY list arthritis. It's like my life's disabilities for over 20 years DON'T EXIST???

[@debbieblair3329]

I wish all medical professionals were as informative and as kind as you are.

[@Lemon_Zest9120]

Thank you for taking the time out of your busy life to make these videos for us! Much appreciated!

[@naomivantonder1161]

A good qualified and experienced anesthetist is just as important as what any surgeon is as he is the one keeping you alive. People tend to go to a surgeon due to referrals from family and friends. They should do the same with their anesthetist.

[@marjoriematieriene3028]

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[@KevinPerry-wi5dw]

Sadly that's not how it works. My last surgery the surgeon told me he only works with one specific anesthesiologist

[@bettyweimer394]

You seem like you enjoy your occupation! Wish we had more health professionals like you!❤️❤️❤️

[@lolaeudy8316]

I so appreciate your channel. I learn so much. I can also tell your true concern and compassion for your patients. I'm headed for my next surgery on July 10th. I have never had trouble with anesthesia. But, since we had a tragedy in our family, I always insist on meeting the anesthesiologist to tell them this story. My cousin (30's) had a hysterectomy. Her surgery was complete, still in OR, anesthesiologist LEFT THE ROOM. She stopped breathing AND ran out of oxygen. 7-10 min without oxygen. Her brother (now a retired Army Ranger) cornered the doc to get the truth. He left to talk to another doc about weekend plans. That's why he was not there. Geri was in hospital, then a nursing home until her brother & sister could agree on a decision. Finally, they removed life support. She lived for another month before she passed. There was litigation. My heart also breaks for that doctor. His life was chaned forever, as well. I don't WORRY this will happen to me, but I need to relate this incident to increase their awareness.

[@foxysil52]

First of All..I'm so sorry for your loss. I since had my hysterectomy, and bitaeral carpal tunnel ulner nerve release AWAKE..yes all because of my trauma in 1980. I had 8 fibroid tumors causing heavy bleeding and my uterus removed..they inserted a spinal medication with a pump for pain. And removed my uterus vaginally, which they had to cut in half because it was big with tumors. Boy. Was that very painful but I couldn't do it any other eay..nobody was going to put me under. Same with my carpal tunnel ulnar nerve release I had local anesthia I guess it's called twilight sleep, I moaned with pain but got through it.my Drs threatened to put me under but I told them, they better not..lol

[@lolaeudy8316]

@@foxysil52 Thank you for your kindness. Wow! You are a strong, brave woman!

[@foxysil52]

@@lolaeudy8316 awh..thank you. But not brave or strong just a scary cat..and I'll do anything not to get put to sleep. Since that time, I recently HAD to have my gallbladder removed I had 9 stones I suffered alot of pain for years with gerd that hit my back and chest area nightly. I thought i was having a heart attack. This is what happens when aging and bad eating habits creeps up on you. I finally couldn't take it anymore, and after a surgeon called to tell me he had a patient like me who kept putting her surgery off from fear and finally a surgery so safe that today would've saved her life but waiting too long, caused her death at age 38. I simply had no option but get it done. My Doctor even tried giving me meds to dissolve them but it didn't work. After talking and meeting with Drs and A surgeon finally I had it done. It was easy cause I just prayed and asked for blessing for my Drs, anesthesiologist and surgeon, OR nurses and many friends who prayed as well. Now, I can say I won't fear surgery anylonger at least for awhile. Just vet everyone doing your surgery experience counts and is well worth looking up their medical profiles and history that's my advice. Good luck! Hugs and prayers. Btw this Anesthesiologist blog helps alot..he's highly Knowledgeable and very professional.I'd trust him with my life.

[@capdan68]

I had no idea that anxiety, insomnia, trauma or anything psychological in origin had anything to do with how one would react during an anaesthetic. When presenting to a hospital for surgery I would naturally keep these private struggles to myself as I wouldn't think sharing them was at all relevant. I hide my issues habitually on a day to day basis so why would I suddenly feel a need to unload on a complete stranger in a hospital setting? I have NEVER been asked about anything like that before surgery. They only care that you've not had anything to eat or drink for x amount of hours prior to admission and that's about it.

[@kandacepatterson7965]

Hes full of crap

[@DarcyStoll-dt3le]

I am a retired NICU/PICU/ transport nurse. I so appreciate your videos as most of the "adult" medical care I learned was over 40 years ago.😂 So mostly outdated. Thank you❤❤❤

[@philliprickman1394]

Before a colonoscopy, I was warned not to make major decisions for several hours afterward. I felt perfectly normal when I left the outpatient center. My wife and I decided, since we were together with some spare time, we would go by our bank and take care of some business that required both of our signatures. I was perfectly lucid--or so I thought. After leaving, I didn't remember details of opening an additional checking and savings account. Now, I understand the warning!

[@MedicalSecrets]

Oh my goodness! I hope everything turned out all right! But you did hit this square on the nose, even though we may feel lucid, the anesthesia plays many tricks on us

[@BritishBeachcomber]

I guess she wanted to fuck you up.

[@jenniferlee7167]

I am a former surgery nurse and I love the way you engage your viewers and educate at the same time. Your videos should be watched by anyone who must undergo a surgery. You impart knowledge in am upbeat positive manner and your explanations are clear. Thank you so much.

[@annaconway7009]

You are such an awesome Dr.! Thank you for the explanations of each anesthesia 👏🤝

[@user-gh2fo9pw2b]

THANK YOU, doctor❤ I wish every physician had your demeanor, your passion, your kindness, clear communication and many more awesome attributes❤ Im one of the many who genuinely appreciates you being here❤✌

[@elizabethstevens4720]

Thank you for YOUR honesty and DIRECT ANSWERS!! Not MANY Drs. Are brave enough tell people the UGLY RAW TRUTHS!! about OUR MEDICAL SYSTEM!! In USA.

[@annaraab8853]

I had hand surgery in January. Dr. Knight was my anesthesiologist and she was the BEST I've ever had.

[@darriontunstall3708]

Stay strong Dr K, I learned so much! You rock man! Have you ever had any surgeries? I have had 14 surgeries because of my cerebral palsy, I’m 33, 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 a anesthesiologist physician, it takes a special person and skill to be a anesthesiologist or CRNA and you’re one of them! How old are you? You rock man! Happy early 4th of July!

[@johnk6714]

i totally agree iam at 13 surgeries in the last 7 years all kindve came at once iam in hamilton ontario canada my hospital is a teaching and research hospital all the surgeons and anaesthetists are amazing couldnt have through without theyre empathy and care but good luck with everything i still have two surgeries coming up and two more after that but i figure it could be worse

[@darriontunstall3708]

@@johnk6714 ok stay strong man! You’re awesome!

[@connieokazaki9628]

You are AWESOME!! THX

[@darriontunstall3708]

@@connieokazaki9628 you welcome

[@prettypalomino8528]

I have multiple medication sensitivities. I was tested and found to have CYP2d6. I'm a poor metabolizer. Versed is on the list of meds that affect me. I have been given Versed during minor surgery. It seems like the sedation hangs on too long. I'm sleepy and kind of spaced out for a couple days. Have you heard of this?

[@THINKINGEIREANN]

I’m having surgery in the next two weeks and I’m scared of not waking up . Have to take out gallbladder and repair two tubes that are twisted around the gallbladder so I am having to be cut open . I’m truly nervous but I trust my surgeon he been great explaining everything to me,

[@foxysil52]

I really love and appreciate your expert advice. I was put to sleep during an ectopic pregnancy. I was joking with the nurse and wasn't afraid of it being my first surgery, i had my foot in the grave so to speak. Anyhow all went fine but waking up...I couldn't breathe at all. I was literally suffocating...I was fully awake and i noticed the clock the nurse and the room and had a tube down my throat. No oxygen hooked in a room alone. And I noticed the nurse walked in and out without looking back at me. Talking about very scary. She finally noticed a bit of noise I tried hard to make with the table paper.since my whole body was paralyzed neck down..she turned around in total panic. She yelled at me to breathe, pushed on my chest, and kept pushing me to breathe. Now the first experience left me so traumatized that I suffer severe PTSD.😢😢

[@cashley381]

Bless you...

[@JenJen0582]

Sue them. You should have never been left alone. I’m so sorry that happened to you

[@lolaeudy8316]

I'm so sorry that happened to you. My 1st surgery was also due to an ectopic pregnancy. I have been blessed to not have bad reactions, or negligence happen to me.

[@sarahsmile8518]

OMG! What you went through sounds like burnt out nurses and horrendous hospital care!

[@susanhoneycutt5610]

I’m so sorry you experienced that. It is terribly frightening. May you receive healing from your trauma.

[@paulabibb1116]

As a former first responder/EMT I appreciate your up dated information on anesthetics . In the 70's a hospital had great difficulty waking me up after a 20 min surgery. I was not fully awake for 12 hrs. All that I was told was " You wouldn't go under so you needed more " I have four red headed grandparents ,though I am a throwback to the darker haired Asian /Prussian side of the family. I have been told I have a lot of redhead traits. Fortunately that anesthetic type is now banned. Though I have never had a problem with anesthetic since I try to stay well informed when I have surgery. Thanks for the simplified updated information.

[@MedicalSecrets]

Thank you for the kind comment! I'm happy that you have not had any further problems with anesthesia

[@christaverduren690]

I've had abdominal surgeries (c section, gallbladder removal, 2 hernias repaired, appendix burst, gastric bypass, endometrial ablation) as well as I just had eye surgery. I've realized over the decades that my bladder and bowels really do not like me being knocked out lol For every minute I'm under, it takes my bowels and bladder one hour to work. So I've gone three days being unable to "go" . I had 2 liters of urine when the nurses had removed the catheter and didn't realize three days had gone by with me not going. They put it back in me and had to empty their 'tank' three times as they looked at each other in shock. My bladder to this day (22 years later) still doesn't work right after that!

[@Dandelion_flight]

The longest surgery I had in my life so far is a 8 hour one last year. Boy the recovery was brutal. Yes I remember having excessive shedding of my hair after that. The mental and physical and emotional stress are huge. It is so important to have supportive family but sadly I did not really have that and had to grit my teeth through the recovery on my own. But I am thankful for supportive medical team and friends. I am so unready to go through another one.

[@aveguevara]

Blessings to you dear one. I'm sorry you didn't have a supportive family. I had hand surgery and afterwards didn't get much support from family, none from friends - it's such a lonely feeling recovering by oneself.

[@Dandelion_flight]

@@aveguevara Mum's life is really tough. You have to be tough even when you are unwell. You have to be tough even after surgery. The whole family still expects you to take care of them in some ways. I hope you have recovered well and fully from your hand surgery. Must be really tough not being able to use one hand while healing. xo

[@melodieneil712]

I’m so sorry you had to experience this.

[@BritishBeachcomber]

There is one more thing. Your relationship with the anesthesiologist. If he explains everything, you will be relaxed and feel safe. Happy to sleep, happy when you wake.

[@kaysmyth7099]

But if you get a doctor who may had to do emergency surgery in the middle of the nite. He’s tied,grumpy and short tempered. It’s ok to ask for another anesthesiologist. I have. We pay doctors they don’t pay you. So you have the power to ask for another doctor nurse or who ever is taking care of you. If you don’t have a good feeling about that medical person speak up. It’s your mind body and spirit that is at risk and maybe your life. Most are great but some aren’t and needs to be brought to someone’s attention. Thank you for you nice comment

[@savanahasargent4856]

Thank you for this information. I am in the hospital to have my gallbladder out, after my Cryo-Ablation in February, then Pericarditis. They had to wait for my lung disease to be addressed with breathing treatments and steroids. I have CPTSD/TRAUMA disorder with depression. I explained this when the surgeon sent the Anesthesiologist to talk to me. He thanked me for letting him know so he could prepare better for my conditions. The body keeps the score! What an awesome doctor! Send good vibes please, surgery at 07:00 in the morning .❤ Thank you.

[@lauriekurad]

I am a 'retired' P.A. in Pulmonary Critical Care with Pericaditis, Post Pericardiectomy, and Cardiomyopathy. My Prayers are with you....If you already had the Surgery or not, I wish you luck, and know you will do well. I had to have the same, and am still able to talk about it 😉 You'll do great, and I hope you heal from your other issues, as I too have several Autoimmune Diseases. GOD Bless 💜🙏💜

[@dsoule4902]

The Body Keeps Score -by Besser Van Der Kolk 👍🏻⚡️

[@Raisty2002]

Almost 10 years ago, I was out for 8 hours plus for an abdominal surgery ( was supposed to be about 3 hours). I woke up in the operating room before being rolled out to recovery. I still remember it lol. Also, I remember being asked how I felt as I was leaving and I was like I'm fine but if we keep moving I was going to hurl. I got something along the line of "well yeah! (with slight laughs) " and we stopped for a second and they gave me a med through an IV. The hospital then trotted the entire surgery team out a few hours later and asked if I remembered anyone and nope not at all. To be honest I was more amused by the medical surgery robot in the room... but then I realized they wanted to make sure I was asleep (which to my knowledge I was). I also, recently had dental surgery ( out of hospital obviously) I explained what happened the last time and that I was really anxious (due to messing around in my mouth) but to just knock me out and I trust them. I was out for 95% of it.. I woke up during it a few times but I didn't feel anything so shrug it was ok enough. The odd thing (for the 8 hour surgery) that was told to me by the hospital and I never heard you mention was that my sleep cycle would be out of whack for a month or so. It was, I was a night person forever and for a month I was a day person and that was confusing!!

[@debbiewedoe2564]

It is so nice to have honesty. Thank you ❤

[@pamgladden66]

I watch you and learn so much!!

[@maddscientist3170]

You are a wealth of information!!!!! THANK YOU!

[@SilverStardust]

The last time I was injected with Propofol I had a Endoscopy and a Colonoscopy at the same time. The two surgeries took about 50 minutes. My anesthesiologist asked: “Courtney, are you ready for your nap?” Before I could say “yes” or even blink an eye I was out. When I woke up I got a soda from a nurse and I kept telling my doctors that they were “better than Dr. Pepper.” Funny! I was placed in a wheel chair and a nurse pushed me to my mom’s car 40 minutes later. No pain meds injected, I felt just fine. So if any of y’all are scared of an Endoscopy and/or a Colonoscopy: there is nothing to worry about at all (in my personal opinion.) My butt didn’t hurt and I had no pain in my throat when I woke up. My funny take on the Colonoscopy is: I was no longer “butt heart,” I was NOT full of “$hit” because it was all “behind me” and the “pooparazzi” had done it’s job. I hope y’all’s doctors are better than Dr. Pepper, too!

[@GM8101PHX]

I have had several colonoscopies because my Dad and Brother both passed away from colon cancer. I feel the hardest part is drinking the prep, I stay parked on the commode the entire time I drink it, it goes through like coffee! Not sure sedation they use, but I do not feel or remember a thing!! No discomfort after as well!! Having it in history is a concern, but so far the doctors have said I'll see you in five years, that means I am clean!!!

[@cherylwright3342]

Thanks for explaining

[@wandacason1792]

Thank you, Dr. Kaveh.

[@aveguevara]

Thank you again, SO MUCH dear Dr K. Your videos empower us to continue in our traumatic recoveries from the past or, as you say, 'heaven forbid' we have an emergency situation or even require subsequent surgical procedures. May you be as blessed as you share with us your great wisdom, knowledge & compassion.

[@melissamcconnell5002]

Dr Kaveh, you are so wonderful! I learned about medicine from my M.D. brother in law and am blessed. You are like him…gentle, informative and explaining everything to lay persons and medically trained persons also. Thank you for taking time from your crazy schedule to share these tidbits that are so very helpful. Please keep up the phenomenal work and I wish if I needed surgery you would be my Anesthesiologist! It would be neat! Namaste and blessings to you, your family and your doggie and kitty!🙏🏻🌹 ,

[@SeafoodKilla1]

TY for the info DR. Kaveh...this is fascinating to me

[@dawnwilliams8051]

Love how you explain everything!

[@sharonbrown8583]

Thank you be safe we need more doctors to give us this vital information 🙏

[@swimfit57]

Very interesting Dr? K. Thank you

[@sarahsmile8518]

I sure hope you get ALL the love, compassion and warmth that you so freely give to us! You give me hope and inspiration ! I don't mind having anesthesia cuz, having Fibromyalgia, I never get a deep sleep except under anathesia!😂

[@lolaeudy8316]

Same here!☺️

[@marybelllillyflowers4945]

What an excellent presentation and explanation of everything

[@nateone6632]

You're awesome doc, definitely people can admire someone so connected to humans but so smart

[@bettyweimer394]

You are awesome!!

[@sdluedtke7803]

Thank you for these informational videos. 👍♥️🤗

[@pegburn9785]

I am very grateful for Dr K, info , attitude, and informed. Really glad I ran into his channel ❤

[@danajacobs9097]

Hey doctor, I commented on a few of your videos on how scared I was to get my surgery. Well I got it Monday the 7th of August and I was scared for no reason. I'm home now recovering from a 16 x12 cm cyst. That thing was huge. I got a C-section. I'm happy and grateful

[@shaunfinnigan4326]

Thanks Dr. Great show. Interesting, informative and entertaining.

[@FreshTake01]

The topics on this channel are top tier and integral to empowering inquiring minds!

[@janetd4862]

I’ve experienced hair loss after every surgery, and brain fog that lingers for quite awhile. I’ve had two surgeries that took over five hours. It seems to take a long time to feel like myself again….way longer than it takes to heal. I’ve always blamed it on the anesthesia.

[@MedicalSecrets]

I'm sorry that you had that experience. It may have been a result of the anesthesia. I am planning an upcoming video on the effects of anesthesia and long surgeries, hopefully that will help better explain what you experienced.

[@payelchakraborty2023]

​@@MedicalSecretshow long to wake up for salpingectomy and hysteroscopy 😢

[@joevonwolfenstein21]

You're an astute Doctor, Doctor. And I'm interested in anesthesiology like I was in projectionist in movie theatres.

[@shamikaastwood6082]

Thank you Doc so much I appreciate the knowledge that you have giving us. Thank you now I’m not afraid to go and have my surgery now. Thank you.

[@debraallen6817]

Thank you for being so normal and explains things so well. You are my favorite doc!😃

[@nobodysgirl7972]

I mentioned this before but can't say enough how relaxing your videos are. This one actually helped me get calm enough to fall asleep yesterday. And still they are interesting and informative. So thank you

[@scottybrucescott2155]

You are the best! Great Educator!

[@georgepetzen4686]

I just had a hip replacement surgery which was complicated and took three hours. Felt clear headed afterwards from the spinal - it was like magic.

[@lindakelsch6196]

Hi Dr. Kaveh, thank you for covering this subject! I remember absolutely nothing when awakened in surgery but I evidently do talk and respond....hopefully with filters somewhat intact.....I will be going in for. r L STA. I've got cyst formation in the glenoid which will make this a more complicated surgery . I am so grateful for all of the OR staff that enable patients to get the care they need! THANK YOU!

[@janicew8159]

I am so impressed with you. I have had multiple surges. I have never had a call the day before surgery to have a conversation with an anesthesiologist. I have always had one walk into the prep room to introduce themselves but they don’t ask about any of the questions you ask your patients.

[@HeatherBDentureDiVa]

Everyone's different. The more surgeries I had in one year due to autoimmune the harder they tried to put me to sleep. I hate anesthesia bc it made me so incredibly tired and struggled lasted hours. Even if I woke up In 20 mins after surgery I was so damn tired and weak. Half the time they wake me up in surgical room and the other half would be in recovery

[@user-wc6vv3fk5d]

Thank you Dr Kaveh! your content it so interesting. I appreciate your effort to explain the OR experience. It does empower us, which is crucial when having surgery. Thank you again Dr!

[@freecat1278]

When I woke up from a coma, the techs complained about things I don't remember doing under the influence of the drugs. They traded stories at each shift change. It took 4 days for someone to tell me why I was there. The only tech that would come near me was sexually harassing me. They got in trouble for ignoring the call button & blamed me for the punishment. The doctor's response to this was to call her an idiot; that didn't quite resolve the situation. Tensions got so bad, the doctor had to move me. They kept getting on the computer to cancel everything the nurse ordered for me. That nurse said she was quitting because she couldn't stand to see how they treated veterans. The doctor moved me again. I checked out as soon as they would let me. It was too soon & I fell twice. I heard about 15 people got fired.

[@sdeaglefeather]

Wow! That sounds terrible. Nurse abuse is a real thing, but when it gets the patient involved, the staff must be removed and fired. There is no excuse for that. I was a nurse manager for 15 years and had to put the nurses to opposite shifts and if that didn’t work they were out.

[@danajacobs9097]

I'm sorry you went through that. And I don't understand why people treat vets like crap. Shame on people

[@Empath79]

Thank you for covering this topic! I had a transcallousal crainiotomy in 2004, the surgery took 6 hours and I have been fascinated by this topic ever since! The surgery took such a toll on my body, when I left the hospital I was 15 lbs lighter and did go through a period of my hair falling out!

[@paulpoppenfuse7071]

Thank you I'm learning a lot from this especially when I might be going to perfect my first surgery soon

[@bryonyvaughn2427]

​OMG, the Garbor Mate reference about PTSD meaning all that time in fight/flight/or freeze response means me might not be aware we are anxious? Yowzer, did that ever hit home.

[@autismgoggles5356]

Can you do a video on the side effects of anaesthesia? Love your channel!

[@lorettaenglerth1361]

I wish I could've talk with you before my heart myxoma tumor surgery 8 yrs ago. I was 65 yrs old then had had 2 other major surgeries prior, those were like in the dark ages of not informing the patient. I experienced a long wake up time, plus it felt like the anastasia lingered in my body for weeks. Thank you for all your information, do appreciate it very much.

[@julieraichart7961]

I really enjoy your episodes. They are very informative! Thanks!

[@gaila9713]

OMG! I think you just provided an answered to issues I have with coming out of anesthesia no matter the type of surgery. It takes me several hours to at times days to come out of anesthesia. I am allergic to all pain killers too. NO doctor I have or had has considered or spoke with me about pseudocholinesterase enzyme. Thank you! I'm going to find out if I lack that enzyme. (My dad and brother had similar issues)

[@misscelinateloexplica]

Hi doc!!! ❤

[@stevensonrf]

Hi Dr. Kaveh I sure hope all is well with you? Sending you good positive vibes😇👍

[@naturallypatty]

Great information. Thank you

[@laurap.5804]

very interesting, thanks Doc!

[@VonOaks]

Hey Dr Kevah I had a colonoscopy and my gi MD had a good memory of my medical history. I was under propofol and my legs started going wild. I have rls daily and pretty bad. An increase in propofol fixed the problem. Glad the MD told me this happened so I can tell anesthesiologists in future surgeries.

[@eldongaunt9625]

Thank you for your time!

[@lamonhutchinson3970]

Hi Doc, I've been watching you about 6 mo. Yesterday I had a total knee replacement and I am at home now. My surgery was above and beyond. I had a remarkable team of doctors and AND ALL OF YOUR INSIGHT. I did it as day surgery because of your BE YOUR OWN ADVOCATE speech I looked for a surgeon for over a year. I'm in recovery and have been in a methadone treatment program for 8 years. EVERYONE had a problem and then I met a doctor who understands that because it's treating my addiction his 5mg oxycodone might not help a damn thing. Thank you for all you do.

[@kirshens]

Good luck with recovery. After several replacement surgeries, the knee replacement hurt the most for 3 months while doing physical therapy. Can't imagine doing that surgery without or with minimum pain meds. I think I took oxy for 3 months, tapered off as I healed.

[@KenHorse2]

Thanks!

[@rorriannroch]

I had three major surgeries in 6 months and lost half of my hair. Thank goodness my hair is super thick. 2022 was a rough year for sure!

[@lulumoon6942]

Also, the goal to facilitate an authentic dynamic with an anxious or PTSD patient is 😍🙏

[@johnavila5733]

Thank you, fabulous information. As my pass has believed it was my medication. For back pain & neck pain & Anxiety. Again thank you for the information.

[@KidCity1985]

Take care of yourself Doc.

[@sharonsmith9138]

I have learned so much from you , Thank you for all this information God bless

[@JnWmMatt]

This was very helpful. I had multiple surgeries over the past 10 years requiring anesthesia. I am very cautious so I chose local numbing for having a wisdom tooth pulled recently. It took extra but worked fine for me. Less is best, so not knowing longterm effects made me nervous. Now I know and am relieved. Thank you.

[@dr.patriciahorton8394]

Thank you

[@linnmcfarland3254]

I love your videos. They’re my favorites.

[@jaeljade3609]

Hello, just wanted to say thanks for the last video I watched on ME/cfs. I would have commented under that video , but youtube is acting up and not showing me your videos is order. I watched the documentary "Unrest" and sent it to several ppl. My husband and I watched it together and we both couldn't help but cry through the whole thing because it's all so familiar to us since I've gotten sicker over the yrs with it. It's important for Dr's to acknowledge the disease so we can work on a cure.

[@debbieblair3329]

Very informative as always. Thank you!

[@christinefinn6180]

Love your videos just had ACDF two level and so happy to allow someone like you to mind me.. I’ve been woken under sedation for rhizotomy but always when I’m with someone like you who listens to me and doesn’t knock me out too fast I’m also claustrophobic so tough..

[@sassduffin4274]

Dr Kaveh, thank you so much for sharing your expertise. I personally feel that you bring to the anaesthesia world a future of care that is exemplary, your mana (Maori for inner morals) encourages individual authenticity. To encourage us all to be our own advocate is such a relief and do empowering. I am sure that step by step this will become the stable in all sectors of society. God bless you, so pleased every time to listen to your videos because there within is spirit, soul, body, mind and love. Thank you for all your effort through out your life to each day. Stay well and know you are loved very much .

[@rebeccaramos5135]

Thank you for informing me .good to know

[@jayepperley3962]

I had the whipple surgery, and lived this talk. Thank you

[@enitachipoyi1377]

Great learning thanks

[@MedicalSecrets]

You're welcome!

[@arbonneladyTN]

You are terrific to further explain how we deal with it all. I have a birth defect on my heart, I have had 3 surgeries on it. When I went to my new Cardiologist (we moved across country after #3) about my thinking skills concerns, he said it could be up to a year that I would feel more normal. On my second heart surgery I learned that I became “super women” and it took 4 people to handle me!! They never used that sleeping agent on me again , but I never learned what it was. The orderlies told me later how impressed they were in my strength😂

[@HeatherBDentureDiVa]

One time I died and they brought me back..... Meh I was blacked out but when they woke me up the nurses hugged me asked me questions and I said are you guys ok. She said I died for 3 mins and came back and I said girl,can't get rid of me that easily lol she said they had to keep my chin up in surgery bc anytime it lowered I'd stop breathing. I said ok who let go of my chin and they all laughed lol. Also I have auburn hair and meds for anesthesia my body hates

[@donnae2013]

I have an upcoming surgery and I don’t want it to wear off for a long time! More recovery I miss the happier I will be 😳

[@eatwellfeelgood]

This was such a helpful video - recently had surgery

[@michelemaliano7860]

Having basal thumb joint surgery on July 6th. These videos have been really helpful. Thanking for providing information about anesthesia.

[@loiscassels8966]

Get your anaesthetist to give you a local block before your general. It will give you about 12 hours of good pain relief post-op. I had that for shoulder surgery, awesome.

[@Dandelion_flight]

I would love for you to share with us your medical school journey. You have me very intrigued. You studied in Stanford and in Harvard... you must be really smart! Please make a video and share with us. :)

[@pippadot679]

This video really just helped me more than you'll ever know. I've had more anesthesia in my life than anyone should especially this last year with several upper endoscopy's and MRI's. Seems to me unless it's in my head that it's only been recently last 12 months that it's affecting me differently. It's obviously trying hard to work it's way out of me. I'm getting horrible headaches, stuff like hiccups for 3-4 days, strange things. Of course like you say it could be maybe different meds and even different anesthesiologists. I'm sharing your videos for all those that are asking these anesthesia questions. I had 3 questions that you've answered right in this video. Thank you so much for the work you do on line and in the hospital. Take care.

[@MedicalSecrets]

That's so wonderful to hear that you've learned so much and are helping to empower others!

[@iiencarriere2664]

Thank you! I wish all doctors would explain surgeries

[@maryjolatkovic1161]

THANK YOU for your fabulous videos! Information is powerfully empowering for me. Planning for my 12th surgery and my spirit, mind and physical body is positive, calm and at peace!

[@jangriffin-fi1yx]

All the best to you ❤ Your words are contagious even make me feel calm thanks 😊

[@gloriasiess1129]

My doctor told me I would need more anesthesia due to my auburn red hair. Interesting presentation and well explained!

[@vickiehenman2512]

I have learned so much from you! Thank you ❤

[@itsmickey5537]

You are the best.The very best areas in my world

[@HourRomanticist]

Hi Dr. Kave, I am not having any surgeries (and hope to never lol) but watch your lessons because they are fascinating. I appreciate your dedication to educating our population, especially those unsure, concerned, and afraid. I do have a question, if you are one to look at these comments; do you have traditional "9-5" schedule, or do you come in only for surgeries? I assume its the latter. If it is, are you there for the entire surgery? I am asking mainly because I do see some of your lives/videos where you are recording "after a long day in the operating room" but it still seems day out. I assume you were there all morning. Thanks in advance.

[@gailolson8255]

Thank you!!

[@kimhelms]

I'm having arthroscopic wrist surgery next Friday. I wanted to lose a good bit of weight before, but unfortunately, I didn't. I'm hoping you address how weight affects your anesthesia recovery.

[@h.louise4746]

I imagine that everything related to surgery is easier on your body if/when you are at a normal BMI. Do not stress, and do not starve before your surgery. This will put your body (which is miraculous) into shock. Just be calm. It will be great!