Medical Secrets is live! (Ask me anything :)

[@GrandmaJanine]

Thank you for Sharing your Experience and Knowledge with us Sheeple 🐑 💯❤️🙏

[@perrybrown5042]

Just listening tonight doc! Good to see u! I made it thru the storm of dexamethazone & the metastasis from my lung to my lower right occipital lobe. Lesion with edwma Had 5 days of moderate targeted radiation. Doing much better. Thks for your kind words before my 5 days of targeted radiation. Doind much better. Thks!

[@MedicalSecrets]

I'm wishing you the best in this challenging time. I'm happy to hear you are hanging in there 🙏

[@TerriBrabantCreager]

Your new format is more personal. Thank you , you kept your beautiful smile.

[@theJenhha99]

I had a radical hysterectomy 10/16... I had such an amazing anesthesiologist...I can't say that's always been the case.... I have relapsing polychondritis... I've not had airway issues as of yet.... but I didn't want to start either. I made sure to let the anesthesiologist know about my RP and about the possibility of airway problems and collapsing possibility in RP and I made sure to tell him I've never had airway issues but could he please use a smaller tube and be more gentle so that I could hopefully avoid any irritation.... I'm pretty positive he went and looked up my condition.... because it's my understanding that giving pulsed steroids before or during surgery with this condition is recommended to avoid airway issues and I did not ask for that but my chart shows that's what he did. Most of the time I'm blown off and gaslit and pretty much told I don't have scleroderma or RP.... and that I made it up.... even though I have a rheumatologist who diagnosed these.... all this guy though.... he listened to me and he was nice and he must have actually cared. I made sure to leave his name and say some good things about him on my review that the hospital wanted me to do on how well they did...

[@heidi5462]

I like the new format! It is nice to see you relaxed so to speak.🥰

[@MargaretdeSalaberry]

Greetings from British Columbia, Canada. Love your show and have learned So MUCH!! Thank You🥰

[@MedicalSecrets]

Thank you! I hope you learned something new to advocate for your health 🙏

[@janellebrown5520]

Hello from Arizona

[@lenitaphillips2186]

Love this format

[@emeliebaran5032]

As a reminder: the 3 pillars of surgery preparation: mental health, physical health, healthy nutrition ☺

[@mhenderson9311]

I like the new vertical format. Also i like how you carefully explained about neurodivergent behavior and how rushed the medical professionals are sometimes. That even non neurodivergents can have a fear response.

[@PinkHawk191]

I'll definitely advocate for myself since I found out today that I'm having achilles tendon lengthening surgery. I'll tell my anesthesiologist how versed works best for me for sedation.

[@MedicalSecrets]

I'm wishing you the best for that!

[@PinkHawk191]

@@MedicalSecrets Thank you! Thank you for teaching me to advocate for myself with my doctors and anesthesiologist.

[@coreybeam4908]

@MedicalSecrets When exactly do you stop a Doctor from lying? At what point do you stop him, when you know that he is bull s******g you? I knew for a Fact When he told my dad "Oh it's Okay it's Just a little Fentanyl it only has 2 side effects drowsyness and possible Confusion When given with Anesthesia, I'm sitting here going " 😮, what a F****n idiot I Know that you are lying because I have have DILAUDID, AND FENTANYL AND I GET ONE OR THE OTHER WITH EVERY NEUROSURGERY I HAVE ON MY SHUNT IN MY HEAD FOR HYDROCEPHALUS YOU JUST SAT HERE AND LIED TO MY FATHER YOU JACKASS"

[@ferocitas1958]

Melody - for knee or hip surgery, I highly recommend getting a hospital type bed that mechanically raises and lowers legs. I used it constantly after hip replacement surger and it was so much more effective that using pillows to get height on your legs. I had very little trouble with swelling. In comparison to the mechanical bed versus pillows, it made a world of difference. If you can't buy a bed like that then see if you can rent one. Also, highly recommend a bidet. I got one that attached to toilet seat and had a plumber attach it also to the hot water so I could get warm water. (Tip: a lot of people say there is a bit of leaking. I agree as the water seems to spray between the seat and the toilet. I minimized that problem with Press N. Seal plastic wrap. ) Not sure about the recommendations for knee surgery but I had 4 walkers all over my condo. Didn't use them for walking as much as they were used as a balance/safety device. I had two in my bedroom as kind of a railing that I could use to get to my bathroom. Make some food ahead of time that you can microwave or get straight from the frig. For instance, I made small containers of mashed potatoes and also rice. And tuna salad. And containers of mandarin oranges. /. Sign up for the grocery shop and delivery at your local grocery store. Highly recommend laptop plus streaming services like Hulu, Netflix, Paramount. Kept me company when my sleep was messed up. Handheld shower head with long cord. Also, check Amazon for package of stuff that helps after surgery (I got the Lumex Hip Kit - Post Surgery. Very helpful.) Hope these help.

[@marykahn5384]

As a doctor how can you know when the patient is aware of everything going on and will be able to feel the surgery being performed?

[@judybennett6444]

Yes! Another live QandA!!

[@AustinB.3322]

I like that you are here because maybe there is a million questions that I WOULD LIKE TO ask before surgery, but I don't want to distract the person or be annoying.

[@donnagreyerbiehl7043]

Love the live Q & A session, but also enjoy the sessions you do in the OR because it kind of demystifies what the OR is all about.

[@markpatrick5246]

i did both sides for stellate ganglion block for PTSD,Dysautonomia,Syncope,Balance and it made me so much worse - my balance was shot after the 2nd left sided block - this was my last hope - guess this shot is more hype?

[@jodyljohnson8515]

Hi there Dr Kaveh 👋 I have a question, do you suppose you could change the settings to where we could view the Livestream comments as they appeared during the Livestream? I would love to see the comments as they appeared but it doesn't give me the option. Thank you 😊 I enjoyed what I could before I had to leave. I appreciate you!💞✌️

[@Straighttalk95]

Hey Doc ! 👋🏻✌🏻.. Missed the Live !

[@darriontunstall3708]

Great live stream, I love the new format, happy Halloween! They had to reschedule my MRI to next week because they are gonna put me to sleep because I jump at loud noise because of my cerebral palsy, I’m gonna tell my anesthesiologist I donate 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! , you been hocking loogies?😂! I can’t drive because of my cerebral palsy, so I’m gonna lease my electric ford f-150 and let other people drive it for me! I’m 34 a masculine country gay guy

[@juliewilliams2867]

I have COPD stage 3 sever,e with hypoxomic chronic respiratory failure. I have a chance for Zephyr implant. what are some problems to watch for?

[@poepflater]

I used to do lots of kratom, but one night we took just a tiny bit too much. We were having a great time and chatting like energised bunnies, then suddenly it just became too much. You get a kind of motion sickness any time you move. And the only cure was to just sit and wait it out for a few hours. Never took it again after that night. I kinda regret not becoming a doctor... Was accepted for computer science as I decided at the last minute to apply for that rather... But I'd had to be a an ear or eye doctor or something where you don't deal with lots of sad stuff all the time... I always enjoy your videos... I'm anxious as dog poop as I am in for very awkward surgery next week.

[@V3012bkind]

Chronic pain. No more opiates. Marijuana only. Get Cortizone injections every three months under anesthesia. I wrote the important things for the doctor to know on an index card to save time. He appreciated that so did I. Sense disclosing to the doctor. I am very relaxed for my procedures. No PTSD triggers. All because of your advice. thank you for sharing your education and wisdom. May God bless you and provide for all of your needs.

[@CherylTitunick]

Hi,Everyone! What would I need to do, to politely refuse to have a pre op nurse do my iv and have my anesthesiologist do it? Would the anesthesiologist refuse? Thanks.

[@mariemcgrath207]

I had surgery a week ago last Monday & my anesthesiologist did mine. My veins have become stubborn with ICs.

[@brookeclark2219]

I had a meningioma brain tumor removed in 2003 and was told I would likely be fine neurologically; the tumor was cutting off the blood supply to my brain, pressing on the middle temporal artery. Recovery took years. I now feel I am autistic. I am over sensitive to loud noises, repetitive noises and light. I get overwhelmed and need to shut down, be in a quiet,known place. It is difficult to try to make people understand I have these issues. The Doctors and most medical professionals understand and will do all they can to accommodate me. It is the lay person I have difficulty with and by the time I try to explain the reason I'm acting so weird, I am usually at an overwhelmed state. Yesterday I saw my Ophthalmologist and had to sit in a waiting room after having a tech do her light thing. I had to plug my ears, close my eyes and do deep breathing to stop a full on panic attack. Am I now autistic?

[@BL-cy1fy]

Thanks sharing info! Internist and neurologist mentioned they may use test results to restrict my daily activities. Diagnosed with central apnea and tremor. Stopped healthcare afraid doctors will hurt me after what they told me. How to get comfortable with having healthcare?

[@dang2648]

Thank you very informative 🙏🏻

[@andreamerlin223]

I'm having knee replacement surgery with a spinal but no anesthesia because I had a lung removed 5 years ago and have mild kidney disease. The surgeon suggested I listen to music with headphones. I freak out at the dentist. Any suggestions on how to get through this?

[@AustinB.3322]

Nice format.

[@rosaliaoliver-qv3gr]

♥️Thank you ♥️for your Wonderful ♥️information♥️

[@TerriBrabantCreager]

I didn't realize it, until I noticed the pharmacy pulled gabapentin from my prescription list. My neuropathy symptoms have been growing in intensity. They haven't offered anything else.

[@LindaD54]

You look great and nice hair cut. I hope you and your family are well! Thanks talking about katom I have never heard of it. Thanks for talking and answering questions. Thanks again!😂❤

[@shelleygibson244]

What is the difference between sedation and general anesthesia ?

[@wem-c9f]

Lovely doctor. Not sure if you will read this. My 19yo son asks if you can share your thoughts on why more younger people under 50 are getting colon cancer.

[@lindakelsch6196]

What is the evidence for using Stellate ganglion blocks for trauma,PTSD

[@Indy__isnt_it]

I have trauma complex ptsd, love your question. Illegal and uncontrolled ingredients stay away from K2 spice also!

[@MedicalSecrets]

I have quite a few videos on this!

[@susankilstrom6852]

Twice now I've had an IV put into a vein in my hand. It hurt terribly. I don't know if the the person (two different people) were inexperienced or if it just hurts normally. I have very easy veins btw. I have a procedure coming up and I'm sure they will require the IV be in my hand again. I dread that much more than the actual procedure! Is there anything I can do ahead of time to help with the pain? Thank you so much for what you do.

[@amylyn5220]

Hi there. I was on life support for eleven days back in 2019 for sepsis, a stroke, aspiration pneumonia and status epilepticus. During that time I lost 17 lbs. my dad asked me if I pooped. I laughed and said well Dad I really don’t know but since I lost weight I guess I did. Is it possible to have a BM while on life support?

[@jeanieannmcgaha9115]

Cinnamon is a great replacement for NSAID my cholesterol was 240 after taking cinnamon for two weeks. It was down to 140. Don’t take nsad if you don’t have to because they encourage Alzheimer’s or so I’ve read

[@susankilstrom6852]

Hi! Is there anything I should ask my anesthesiologist before a procedure?

[@MedicalSecrets]

Many things! Have you seen my videos on these topics?

[@m.taylor]

If a person says they are sensitive to chemicals and they ask for a lighter or milder anesthesia, is there such a thing?

[@antohong]

From Switzerland.I had a lot of op's and also interventions with propofol,never a problem only one time after a TEE,I had horrible hallucinations,I thought they were killing me,when I came out of this hallucination nobody was comforting me,horrible,I assume they were very busy and behind schedule,I suppose the dose of propofol was to high.

[@rosepetals8181]

WOW ...THANKS ON THE KRATOM INFO ...SINCE SMOKE SHOPS ARE SELLING IT LIKE CANDY🙄💡

[@disqusrubbish5467]

How about Niacinamide instead of Niacin. Less flushing, but does it have the same effect?

[@CherylTitunick]

Hi Everyone, is it ok to refuse to have a pre op nurse put an iv needle. I prefer to have my anesthesiologist do it?

[@colsho6795]

I have carcinoids few months ago had colonosopy. It was done in office. I told them about condition and that they may want to talk to onocolgist as they didn't know the problems with anesthesia . They went out and and back said they had read on it no problem, but this is nurse giving meds. Long story they gave me propofol and threw me into a two week of mild(thankfully) carcinoid syndrome. When talked to my doctor renting to file and posted that only an anesthesiologist should ever give me meds like that and no excuses the documentation states exactly that for carcinoid patients. How do I make it clear to doctors how dangerous it is for anyone but an anesthesiologist to give me meds like this.? When had first surgery for this condition lost my BP 4 times.

[@kathypendleton8493]

Can you tell me what ,that would be done different if a person has Copd, and is going to, have surgery 🤔

[@donnagreyerbiehl7043]

What are the top 3-4 fears of anesthesiologists with patients?

[@heidi5462]

I missed the live. It isn’t the same.😂 Great information and questions!

[@kathleenlangenbacher4407]

What is your opinion about Semiglutide…Ozempic and Wygovy? My doctors won’t preescribe for me

[@donnagreyerbiehl7043]

Why do your eyes hurt so bad after surgeries? Last surgery took a solid 24-36 hours before I could open my eyes without them being so painful. Surgery was on my femur, so don’t understand why the eyes hurt so bad afterwards.

[@joanleon8704]

I don't like vertical screen, interferes with me looking at other screens on my phone while I listen and glance at you on vid.

[@karenduguid3943]

My corner store sells Kratom. Is that legal? Also I am in pain management. Will Kratom show in urine test?

[@ADyer421]

Totally agree. Kratom can be dangerous and it can cause kidney damage. I was given some to try and only took a few doses. Didn’t feel comfortable especially not knowing how well my kidneys are working

[@CandaceLee-l8h]

I have a brain avm diagnosis, adhd,autism and GAD.

[@tinmanlover1994]

Watching the replay Happy Halloween Doctor K I love your live streams.

[@roseannascotti3511]

I'm about to undergo surgery I have spinal stenosis severe severe I'm 67 years old do you think I will be okay under the anesthesia my name is Rosanna

[@rebeccagray986]

How do you find a GOOD doctor?

[@sweetnbitr33]

😂one that doesn't prescribe pharmacuiticals which means they don't take insurance most of the time..

[@MedicalSecrets]

Oh boy, that's a great question. I have quite a few videos on this topic. Have you seen them?

[@Kaye-lu1xu]

I'm CVID & took 2 Pfizer vaccines * still got covid pneumonia Do you feel I need a booster?

[@emeliebaran5032]

As a reminder, the 3 pillars of anesthesia : Analgesie, Hypnose, Relaxation ☺

[@Kati_k_kuriosz]

Can you do a teaching session on Delta 9&10 please? So much confusing information.

[@rebeccabergman8981]

Love the vertical ones

[@MedicalSecrets]

Great to hear!

[@Kaye-lu1xu]

I'm taking Robaxin ,Percocet,Xanax & fentanyl patxh will a dr be able to put me to sleep for cataract surgery?

[@triciagiustra9911]

Can I be sedated to have a stent (ureter/kidney) removed? I had a horrible traumatic experience having been restrained to have one removed without being sedated. Thank you

[@MedicalSecrets]

I'm so sorry to hear about that. Anything is technically possible, but it depends on insurance coverage and your doctor's comfort

[@triciagiustra9911]

​@@MedicalSecretsomg! You actually responded to me! I'm ecstatic! You are the best doctor ever. My insurance has no problem covering it. I've had stents several times and was always able to be sedated to have them removed. The situation in which I was restrained I was out of state in a hospital I was not familiar with now was I familiar with the doctor. I'm literally terrified at the idea of having to be awake. Do you know of any other cases of a patient being sedated for stent removal? And again, thank you so much for responding to me!!

[@rosepetals8181]

😇✝️🙏 GOD BLESS YOU 💝

[@Art-126]

Can putting a neural stimulator at the third fourth and fifth cervical vertebrae would that help the one and two one and two cervical vertebrae

[@chrissieburke727]

How would you treat someone with rsd that standard treatment doesn't work for

[@MedicalSecrets]

Oh boy... This is tough. I do many treatments with ketamine for the challenging condition. Are you familiar with that?

[@chrissieburke727]

@MedicalSecrets have had oral ketamine but compound pharmacy closed down now I get no treatment I've tried everything except for sympathectomy. Morphine pump worked well till I moved to Tennessee the treatment here is a joke so I stopped going now I suffer w no meds I also have myofascial pain syndrome and fibromyalgia and it really sux

[@LillyMarz777]

So chronic pain people that cant get pain relief because the dea are a holes just need to suffer?

[@annettegale7125]

Hello dr Kevin, if you could please help me with this issue . I am a long time patient of methadone just had my amputation of my leg I have something important to speak with you if possible could you please provide me your email if so that I could send you the detailed message regarding my concern thank you so much

[@HensleyTG]

Dont statins cause some liver issue, decreased testosterone, fatty liver syndrome, just curious 🤔

[@AnieB56709]

👍

[@jirachiteaminstinct4310]

Aspirin

[@sweetnbitr33]

Grapefruit

[@theJenhha99]

10:17 I prefer the other orientation personally

[@MedicalSecrets]

Roger that

[@user-zr4rm7ii9n]

I had an ER doctor and nurse pull a fast one..I was deliberately discharged in less than 4 hours of a Lumbar Puncture on ER visit 5 and together they falsifed the records to lie about me having Meningoccall Meningitis. He then cancelled the testing on the spinal fluid.. The cover up that ensued is like something no one has ever seen before and spanned over 4 months.. They failed to consider I would remain alive despite not getting the IV antibiotics treatment that would normally be given.. One day I was online and came across a post" My Meningitis story"...The monster they helped cover up for and protect has other victims..

[@user-zr4rm7ii9n]

What can one do to uncover something like this to protect others from being preyed upon?

[@user-zr4rm7ii9n]

No papers were signed by me for a Lumbar Puncture..The discharge in a critical condition what would you call all this legally?

[@theJenhha99]

I missed it... darn

[@KaleeinVA]

Turmeric?

[@MedicalSecrets]

I love this!

[@roseannascotti3511]

I guess I'm not getting a shout out

[@johngargiulo6330]

Opana is oxymorphone

[@melissavizcarrondooneill5350]

Hi

[@Art-126]

Psyllium

[@tamn9446]

I missed it 😭

[@rosepetals8181]

🇺🇸TRUTH,😘🙏

[@Brenda-xw3fr]

No to vertical! Almost didn't recognize you. And your face gets distorted badly when you lean closely to read comments.

[@judynelson4528]

Watching after the fact. Was at pain management as surgery has not ‘ fixed’ the pain. Do not like the vertical format!

[@dollyrama1132]

🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@johngargiulo6330]

OpenAI is oxymorphone

[@HensleyTG]

🥵⛑️🎃

[@rebeccagray986]

Less than a dozen true deaths are attributed to kratom. Most deaths have been drugs like fentynal mixed with kratom and this is misleading since fentynal is deadly by itself. I have had to get some chemo induced para neoplastic poly neuropathy pain relief since the govt and medical community took away my oxycodone that was my savior for twenty years. I find most doctors are stupid when it comes to treating pain. Four of us girls in my family developed CIPNPN after breast cancer. One of my sisters committed suicide because of the pain that doctors refused to treat. So how should her death be recorded?

[@wejoin]

I’m so sorry about your sister 😢 (Just a subscriber here) but the problems that have been created due to reclassification of pain meds that were working and now are prohibited is a concern that hits home for me.

[@angelaharris1112]

I know about Kratom. Been using 9 years. I get my unafulterated powdered Krayom from a reputable online vendor yhat has it tested before they send any out. If not for this miracle plant i would be bedridden. I was on so many narcotic pain meds before that i totaled 3 cars over the 12vyears on pain mgmt. Was thrilled when a friend told me about this and linked me with lots of groups and dicumentary about it, rather than what main stream media ia saying, esp now. Many of us are advocates and some go cross country to advocate for it where they are trying to make it illegal. There are many products at the gas stations and smoke shops that claim to be Kratom, as well as Extracts which are bad and are what are causing all the bad rap. We only advocated for pure unadulterated powder Kratom. We even speak out ahainst these in our own groups.

[@CherylTitunick]

Hi Everyone, is it ok to refuse to have a pre op nurse put an iv needle. I prefer to have my anesthesiologist do it?

[@jessicamenley3667]

Hi, just so you know, nurses are usually much better putting in your iv then surgeon or your anesthetist surgeon master surgery anesthetist masters anesthesia it's effects how much to give how to keep you alive during surgery nurses are better at drawing blood in catherizing wound care bedside care.

[@Art-126]

Can putting a neural stimulator at the third fourth and fifth cervical vertebrae would that help the one and two one and two cervical vertebrae