What happens to your body in surgery?

[@SallyMander-yz7to]

I’ve had nothing but wonderful experiences with anesthesia. Hysterectomy, cataract surgery, and spinal surgery. So thankful for modern medicine, skilled surgeons and anesthesiologists.

[@cathrinewhite7629]

Same here! No trauma from 3 colonoscopies or to repair a hip wound. And I even stayed awake through an emergency c-section. I am so very grateful to have been born in the 2nd half of the 20th century. With the antibiotics and other meds- plus the painless oral and body surgeries...yes we have no idea how good we have it!😊🙏🏼

[@marciatollefson]

I had C-TEPH surgery. Heart/Lung Machine

[@marciatollefson]

I was on heart-lung? Any special drugs!

[@marciatollefson]

I ended up on a coma and on life support for one month.

[@heide-raquelfuss5580]

You are lucky.

[@jeanieannmcgaha9115]

The scariest thing about being put to sleep is the wiping my memory I’m older now and I want to keep all my marbles in place

[@marygee3981]

❤read the dangerous drugs on the Beers list. No to Benzo class drugs. Here- www.pharmacyquality.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/Beers-List-350301.pdf. Potentially Harmful Drugs in the Elderly: Beers List In 1991, Dr. Mark Beers and colleagues published a methods paper describing the

[@SirLucidThoughts]

I hear you! I also wonder if other memories can get lost, along with ability to create new lasting ones. Kind of scary stuff.

[@CPerin55]

Not doing us a favor wiping our memories. I would request to not have that drug.

[@LauraMorland]

I totally agree: after my hysterectomy, it took me 6 weeks to get my full brain power back.

[@maryriley6163]

You, the anesthesiologist, are the doctor that keeps the patient under and alive while the surgeon is in the limelight. But I want you to know that even though you are like the Secret Santa of the surgery, you are truly appreciated for making the surgery an emotional and psychological success for the patient. This has been so enlightening. Many thanks to all the anesthesiologists and other members of the surgery teams for making my surgeries successful and non-traumatic.❤😊

[@Ronin4614]

Board certified late 70s and practiced primarily in the military. It is good to hear some kind words for our bunch who is seldom seen, and only briefly before the surgeon applies a tincture of cold, sterile, stainless steel.

[@Grammichal]

@@Ronin4614 Some anesthesiologists are terrific but sometimes I feel others relate better to people who are knocked out. 😢

[@suebissell6717]

I have found that the calmer i am before surgery, the better i come out of it.

[@tiffanyhowells2135]

sounds like you have had a few or more surgeries Suebissell6717, I just love this channel, he's a great way with people and a really great anaesthetist , with really Great useful info tips & advice. I had a few to many surgeries.

[@Kate-lk9fm]

Ignorance is not bliss! Knowledge is bliss! Thank you.

[@Grammichal]

“If ignorance is bliss why aren’t you happy?” 😉

[@lynxthewise7233]

@@Grammichal cuz I'm HAPPYYYY [ shoots radio into oblivion ] Unfun fact: Pharell hates this song; its literally a parody of happiness.

[@nurshark10]

I absolutely love learning about anesthesia and surgery and you do a fabulous job with education!!! Thank you so much! 😊

[@wandacason1792]

Ignorance is NOT bliss. The more you know the better most people can handle things

[@wendybricht2577]

There’s a reason that anesthesiologists make so much money. A good one is incredibly important, and it’s a very complicated science. Thank you for this channel, because forewarned is forarmed, and we know what to tell our doctors or anesthesiologists beforehand. I seem to remember trauma in my body even when I’ve had a memory eraser, and have had trauma responses for months after being heavily sedated for endoscopy/colonoscopy-but it want a good situation, and numerous medical students were involved. The memory eraser worked so well that I don’t even remember what happened before the surgery when I was talking to the supervising doctor, who wouldn’t even face me-All a blank, but emotional issues afterward. It took me hours to wake up. So good to know about the need to tell the anesthesiologist about PTSD.

[@barbgardiner5719]

I hate waking back up! Leave me where it’s peaceful!

[@queenwein16]

I tried to leave a comment so I had to place it somewhere but yes during my first back surgery, I remembered waking up in the OR without my glasses on and the breathing tube shoved down my throat. I could not tell anyone and I was terrified. Has not happened since when I told the doctors after that happened but I know that should've never happened. I do have PTSD from that too.

[@MoonLover1917]

@barbgardiner5719 Me too! I love that peaceful, easy feeling. Lol

[@thekeysman6760]

And yet you'd wake up with brain-damage if they didn't wake you up once after the op.

[@njsmkmmsthatsit3518]

I always wake up with some one waking me up. I always sleep so long they decide I must wake up then and there.... i always feel like I could sleep for years after a surgery.....

[@YochevedDesigns]

Me: Every. Single. Morning.

[@ediepepe2215]

I had surgery last year and I was never premedicated, it was terrifying to be totally aware of being strapped in the table and all the lights and how cold it was, but they’re real frightening part was when they pushed the 20 cc of lidocaine and I thought my head was going to explode and I started screaming through my oxygen mask stop it stop it, then I heard the anesthesiologist say push 15 and then I don’t remember anything else. But I sure do remember that I actually ordered the anesthesia notes so I could try to figure out what happened, so it wouldn’t happen to me again. I had surgery in the past not a lot, but enough to know that you’re pretty relaxed as you’re getting wheeled in if you even remember it.

[@neilbeni7744]

Truly amazing ! Playing a guitar that keeps going out of tune, but you're keeping it tuned while playing it ..

[@Boone22]

I love your podcasts! Knowing what will happen I feel eases the stress of the surgery.

[@YouMatter-UDo]

You have some intelligent, medically savvy viewers doctor!

[@nathanas64]

Had unscheduled surgery last week. All I remember was : “this will make you a bit drowsy”. Thanks for explaining what I could not observe.

[@listenup7781]

I remember hearing the conversation while I was having a hysterectomy. "He blood pressure is dropping and heart rate is increasing." Then a lot of talking all at once. When I woke up I was crying. Then the Dr. came in and told me that I gave him a scare. Then he said , "I'll tell you more about it when you are more alert. " He never said any more about it .I didn't ask because I already knew. When I had my first son they did an emergency c section. I heard my baby cry before I went to sleep. It gave me peace to hear his cry..

[@keithvernonlewis9403]

@listenup7781 you're little boys cry, was your cry of joy. As well it should be for all mothers and dads, too.......

[@Ben10Arg]

when I was 15 I remember kicking and swinging my arms but not being able to get up and when I woke up I was strapped down to the bed. I also remember seeing myself from above. I'm a really skeptic and have somewhat of an understand of all the science and thinking you've seen things but the fact that I woke up strapped down got to me when I woke up I realized it immediately.

[@jodibirmingham9040]

I really really appreciate you and your informed videos!!!! ❤

[@edwardmorehouse1424]

I had a kidney cancer surgery one day and after severe coughing I popped a hernia and then had hernia surgery the next day. After the hernia surgery my intestines shut down three separate times necessitating a tube in my nose and down my throat two different times. Had an out of body experience where I thought I died. At that time I pulled out the tube that was down my throat. The night nurse was glad that the doctor said she didn’t need to reinsert it. I was glad also. Spent 19 days in the hospital. The hernia surgery was much more difficult to recover from than the partial nephrectomy.

[@Grammichal]

Whoa! How unfortunate! I hope you were very well now. What is your kidney cancer the type where removal was the entire cure?

[@edwardmorehouse1424]

@ yes thank you. 10 years cancer free and the partial removal was the entire cure, no chemo no radiation.

[@Thetrishakiss-e4q]

Every time the anesthesiologist tells me I won’t remember anything after a certain point, I always remember. I had foot surgery in January and I was having a full on conversation with her. I was reading a poster across the room out loud so they knew I was still coherent. It was about what to do if someone crashes. Finally she looked at me and said “Jesus”! I said what…and she said I cannot believe you are still awake and she said I’m giving you a 3rd shot. I woke up in recovery. I’m not a large person either. I guess I have a high tolerance for medication

[@wildrose912]

Or red hair?

[@tiffanyhowells2135]

Wow thats amazing, you must have a really strong balance in your body, 3 shots !

[@rubywhitt3022]

Always good to talk to the person putting you asleep,

[@ironrose888]

The anesthesia doctor asked me about playing music to get me to relax and he played nature music and I relaxed much more. He was awesome 😊

[@artchem1]

You are an Absolutely Brilliant, Dr. K!!! I come from a Medical Family ( Doctors- my Father ‘s brother ) and my Mother a Professor of Nursing. My daddies at 35, & his brother was always checking in on our family. I’m so Impressed with you! I have learned so much today, then I did, when I was growing up & over the years… You truly are BRILLIANT ~🧡 Dr. K. Thank you 🌟🧡🌟 Best wishes, artchem 1

[@artchem1]

I so appreciate your You Tube Video’s, Dr. K. You have my utmost respect, in every way. We all, thank you for taking time, to help us understand the in’s, and out’s, of “ The Operation Room”. It has always fascinated me, all of my life Thank you for allowing us to view a beautiful, “ Operation Room “. because when we are heading this way, we are not quite aware of our surroundings. 🧡🌟🧡😇🩺. Kindly, artchem 1 Thank you for Highlighting my comment. 🧡🌟🧡 You are the most “ down to Earth , Dr. ~ M. D. … other than my own Internist. 🧡🌟🧡. Thank you Dr. K

[@donnamariebrown2478]

Absolutely love your channel. Having had many surgeries, mostly orthopedic, I love to hear why certain things are done. I've always been curious about everything.

[@delgal1987]

My father in law, age 90, died under anesthesia. He wanted a hip replacement, but cardiologist said not until his congestive heart failure was under control. So he and his wife of sixty years followed all the doctors orders and finally he was cleared for hip replacement. After the hip surgery, his congestive heart failure was not under control anymore and it wasn’t until 10 days later that he was started on lasix for fluid build up. When he got in and out of bed, he had to swivel on the wound site, which I thought might not be the best thing. Anyway, the surgeon checked the wound site at 10 days and said it wasn’t draining properly, so he wanted to go back to surgery to insert a drain. Now with the congestive heart failure not being under control, he would never have been cleared by a cardiologist. My FIL waited all day to go into surgery with little to no food or drink. I think it was the perfect storm of situations that caused his death under anesthesia. What a day that was!

[@hollyw3434]

I am so, so very sorry for your loss! That is a really unfortunate story. I'm so sorry. 🙏❤️🙏

[@maryeckel9682]

I'm so sorry

[@fluffsquirrel]

That is so sad, I'm so sorry he went through that and you had to witness it

[@marygee3981]

❤sorry to hear this. My mom's Doc said no surgery. Too dangerous, side effect could be death. Age 88.

[@delgal1987]

@ The dr also told my FIL not to put any weight on the hip and my FIL said he didn’t have to do that with a previous hip replacement. The doc said at 90, his bones were very porous, like a sponge. We learn alot caring for elderly parents. I hope I remember it all when the time comes.

[@lynnsample4549]

Dr Kaveh, I SO appreciate the info!!

[@KapricornKary]

Twelve years ago, I underwent emergency surgery, in which I ended up with a hysterectomy. I was told by the Dr. while in recovery that I fought having my vent removed. I woke up with a fat lip after apparently biting thru it. I had no memory of it and wow was it painful.

[@justinedevoe7166]

I had cataract surgery and I had all my clothes on, with a hospital gown over them. 👀 That comment on having to take underwear off was weird! 😳 If I had read that comment prior to my surgery, that would have been enough to make me rethink it.

[@hollyapratt4564]

I appreciate you so much. I have been in cronic pain for the past 36 yrs. FBS has caused a litany of other spinal problems. I have learned so many things from your pod casts. I have learned to be my own advocate in the Dr's office. I believe I have still survived because I am fortunate enough to have a strong support system and a high spiritual belief. I have had over 20 surgeries and never come out of anesthesia well. You put a name to it now I can tell my anathesiologist what my problem is. Thank you.

[@thaliacrum3804]

I have chronic pain due to arthritis, fibromyalgia, and severe migraines. Along with anti-synthetase syndrome, I actually look forward to anesthesia. I wake up feeling rested, and my pain is decreased for several hours after I wake up. I do have increased dizziness, which is also chronic and a sore throat. I ask for a scopalimine patch prior and throat spray for afterwards and all is good.

[@ToLoveIsToLive89]

I have always said it’s the best nap lol!😂 I have MS, dysautonomia, chronic migraines, bulging herniated discs crushing nerves so I NEVER sleep well except surgery!

[@pamelaking2807]

It is such a great nap. I feel 100% rested

[@lilitheden748]

I always ask what is going to happen before surgery. Where I live it’s custom for the doctors to see you and answer your questions before the procedure.

[@CassieROM]

I have had two ankle surgeries one in Nov 2022 (microfracture and debridement of Talar dome lesion) and one more recently in October 2024 (OATS Autograft taken from my knee and transferred to Osteochondral Lesion of talus through a medial malleolar osteotomy. My first surgery I was extremely anxious and stressed about what I was going to be going through. I found your channel between the two surgeries and was much more informed about what happens in the OR which meant I was much better able to advocate for myself and my care with my anaesthetist second time round. I couldn’t get over anxiety about having a nerve block so it was agreed surgery would be done without it. When I emerged from the anaesthetic I was in intense pain from my knee and ended up being given a whole heap of meds and remember writhing around knocking one of my cannulas making it bleed then a pca was administered and I ended up on fentanyl through the pca I still remember the anaesthetist saying during this intense pain sarcastically I should have opted for the nerve block. ( I was anxious about being home post surgery and waking in sudden intense pain.) I ended up on pca for first 24 hours post op. And sent home on my 3rd day post op. I hope you keep doing these videos and keep us informed and educated about anaesthesia wish more anaesthetists had your bedside manner. 🌏🇦🇺

[@carmenadorno5141]

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[@CassieROM]

Yes two.

[@renatang7275]

I declare n proclaim may the patients have speedy recovery in Jesus' mighty name.. ❤

[@debbiemock3785]

Im so glad i didnt watch this until 2 1/2 wks after my double hernia operation ....

[@hollyw3434]

Knowledge is definitely power & this is coming from a patient with severe anxiety disorder & panic disorder!

[@liezelnel4534]

💯 Agree. I can relate to that👌🏻

[@kathymodzelewski4133]

In September I had thyroid surgery. I was grateful for these videos and felt more at ease with what was going to happen. Everything went well but it took me a couple of hours to wake up in recovery.

[@priscillapotts443]

Appreciate this video, very educational, and yes knowing is best! Thank you Doctor!

[@graceghazaii4434]

I had a total hip replacement last year and unbeknownst to me they must have done this stuff. Glad I didn't know. After watching this vid I'm grateful I woke up! Anyway, it went well, glad I did it. (Shout out to orthopedic surgeon Dr. David Feldman at Englwood Hospital, NJ.!)

[@LimitlessThinker]

I wonder if he is related to David Feldman, who is a famous comedian and writer.

[@karaokequeen6683]

I find it helpful (and super interesting) to know what to expect when I have anesthesia. I have had a few surgeries, and while they always make me nervous, having knowledge does make the anxiety less intense. General anesthesia tends to make me nauseous and feel...off for a day or two But conscious sedation, like for endoscopies and colonoscopies? Those make me feel like I've had a great nap afterwards. 😂

[@deanadutcher5877]

Well, I was with my husband during his “conscious sedation.” He WAS IN PAIN. He just didn’t remember it. I saw him suffering. That is NOT the same as not suffering at all. NO! People need to know what REALLY happens. Doctors have NO RIGHT to hide that from anyone!

[@lisajohnsonwithlove]

I am learning so much from you. I’m amazed!

[@DebbieKaradeema]

Thanks!

[@jessicazeller8060]

This is so helpful, Dr. Kaveh! I had emergency brain surgery in October, and have been anxious about my next surgery even though it’s a minor and standard procedure (septoplaaty/turbinate resection.) I know and trust my surgeon, but I have no idea who is in charge of my anesthesia. I’m worried about how my brain surgery will affect me while under for the next procedure. Your video has given me a better idea of what to expect and how to better advocate for myself. Thank you so much!

[@DawnWallrabenstein-t4d]

Every time I wake from anesthetic, I'm freezing and can't stop shaking.

[@maryriley6163]

This has been very interesting. I was aware that the anesthesiologist keeps the patient under and alive for the surgery, but it is even more complex than I thought. In the course of my long life I have had five various surgeries that required being put under. All have been successful and I recovered well. Thank you for explaining what you do to keep the patient alive and safe.❤

[@margaretWestminster]

This sounds terrifying. The patient is at the mercy of the doctors in charge. Can bad decisions by the doctor cause very bad results ? How does a patient know they are in good hands .

[@njsmkmmsthatsit3518]

Absolutely you're at their mercy and they can absolutely have terrible results. They do explain all the more well known risks before you sign a document to say you have been warned. There are other more untoward risks too, but no one can predict those. There are risks involved like in everything in life. Usually what you need surgery for out ways the risk though........

[@Poke711]

You really just have to trust the doctor and usually the conversations before the surgery gives you that assurance. It is scary but if it's too scary you can speak up or even switch surgeons. I remember being terrified before a surgery but talking with the surgeon really helped as after I really understood and trusted his judgement

[@fah232]

You don't, that's where trust come in.

[@VETUSAF1]

Enjoy your videos. I have learned a lot from them. I’ve had more surgery than I care to admit. The only thing I hate is lying there and a nurse talking to me and the next thing Im waking up. I started asking them to let me know when they are going to put me under. I even had one Dr say “you won’t me to kiss you too”, I said no since it was a male Dr.

[@Aetherfield]

Why don’t surgical rooms use lighting to help relax and heal via photobiomodulation? Surely flickering fluorescent lights are not healthy and even harmful

[@Shakespearelover1717]

Excellent point!!

[@Aetherfield]

@ I hope he will discover Jack Kruse and share the important message

[@michelefitzmaurice4610]

They don’t want the surgical team getting too relaxed ??

[@Aetherfield]

@ That would be the case if they use infarred light, but Red light has beneficial effects on our waking physiology- inflammation, healing, etc., while green and violet have other therapeutic properties & effects. Of course, selection of spectrum should be considered and chosen to benefit all exposed. Even switching back to Incandescent bulbs would be an improvement over flickering Fluorescent and LED light for all present in the room.

[@justinedevoe7166]

Very interesting! Thank you for sharing this. Love your channel and the awesome communication skills you possess! 🥰👍🏼♥️🕊️

[@emeraldclovis]

This is the second video of yours I've watched. Your passion for your specialty is clearly evident, and makes watching and understanding the subject matter so easy. Thank you Dr.

[@barbaramartin3879]

Had recent hip surgery and the first thing I said was "did I get a spinal?" They told me yes and i was floored I had no memory of it and still don't. I had talked w/ them about what an awful experience that was. Thank you for the education, very much appreciate your channel!

[@lisajohnsonwithlove]

Wow. Thank you for this video. I have had wonderful responses to my surgeries.

Hey Dr walking into a operating theatre jumping on the table,staff are like Angels from 🇬🇧

[@paularioli4308]

God bless you sir! I've had so many surgeries anesthesiologists seem to be the unsung heroes.. CMC lrti trapezium ectomy and if it wasn't for a great anesthesiologist and very skilled surgeon and surgical staff everybody work together so skillfully. The hardest part it seemed for this surgery was anticipation

[@soniacastaneda865]

GRACIAS DOCTOR POR TAN BUENA INFORMATION. THANK YOUR DOCTOR FOR THE MARBLE INFORMATION. ❤

[@luisacerrato331]

Hi doctor, great presentation. I never had problems after surgery other than throwing up after gallbladder surgery. I was mad when they woke me up. I was so peaceful.

[@LimitlessThinker]

You are fascinating to listen to Dr.K! So glad I found you! ❤

[@melaniethibodaux8100]

I want to thank you, Doctor for sharing all this information , I have learned alot on the procedure of putting the patient under before surgery. I'm having a "C5 Corpectomy with C4-C6 Fusion" in 12 more days and was wondering how big of a tube would they'd be putting in my mouth. The tubes you have shown don't look as big as I would have thought. I for one don't care to wake up with tubes in my mouth. I watched this video twice just to make sure I didn't miss anything. Looking forward to my surgery ,and getting a new neck ❤

[@vm1776]

I woke up flailing during wisdom tooth extraction. they gave me so much nitrious oxide that I actually went out with that and they didn't follow it with the med they had expected to use to achieve that result. So half way through the extractions, I became aware of lots of stuff on my face and people in my face without any idea of where I was and why. So I reacted and starting flailing swatting at all of it. the dentist said something and everyone stepped back and then he told me where I was, why, and asked if I was in pain. Then he told me that they were almost done and he said that they could wait to continue and put me under again, but he'd prefer to continue and have me move my hand if I wanted them to stop or if I had any pain. But he didn't expect that it would hurt any more than any other dental procedure at that point. It felt very weird to feel the thread of the stitches moving for example but I didn't have pain until about 30 minutes after leaving the office.

[@georgejunior2929]

I just had bilateral inguinal hernia surgery today. I dont remember anything after they said, " Give me some deep breaths and shortly after said, " Happy dreams."

[@valerieboyce7644]

OMG...Knowing is so much better than not knowing!!!

[@melaniemonti8115]

I love learning about what happens to my body, thank you so very much!

[@MedicalSecrets]

You're so welcome!

[@kathyrobertson4493]

This was fascinating. I’ve been put to sleep many times and no one has ever explained this. Thank you, great job.

[@elizabethlaubhan474]

I love this guy. God bless the wonderful doctors and nurses that keep us safe before during and after surgery

[@user-ii3vn8tn3q]

My mother remembered everything from surgery, told the doctor because she was terrified to have another surgery... and it happened AGAIN. She refuses another surgery.

[@emeraldheart415]

Wow. I love this man!

[@ginaheaton2203]

I wished I had had the opportunity to go to school like you did. I really like listening to you.

[@TheMonkeyV]

i did wake up with a breathing tube in. it sucked. it really really sucked. until now i didnt realise it was a ptsd cause on why i tried ripping it out. i remember trying to even though that isnt like me. i remember them trying to hold my hands down. and then i was out again. i felt really bad for making their jobs harder. thanks for explaining this. they never did.

[@Darktimes17]

I refused Versed before my Bariatric surgery which they couldn’t perform cause my gallbladder was do diseased the surgeon thought I had gallbladder cancer and had to send to pathology to confirm. Luckily all came back negative and I’ll be having my Bariatric surgery towards the end of December. I’m already on a Benzo for anxiety so that’s why I said no to The versed

[@Lia-ih7qu]

I wish we could remember sometimes. I think I had a silent heart attack when I was under anesthesia during a cardiac cath. I was never told I had a mini attack (2 years after that, when I had to have another cardiac cath) and no one explained why I was on the meds they put me on and couldn't even explain why I woke up with 2 stents, as that was "unusual" for only 50% blockage! But what is making me suspect that it was then, is that before the surgery the doctor was condescending (unfortunately anxiety is listed in medical records and it had been 2 years of shortness of breath and chest pain that was undiagnosed, all during covid of course). He even pushed off my surgery time for an "emergency" after telling me that there was "probably nothing, this was just to rule out anything". So he was probably so embarrassed at his pre procedure behavior he didn't want to tell me I had a mini heart attack! I was in recovery a long time, still groggy when someone picked me up (no one stayed with me as it was supposed to be a "simple procedure" though it caused more anxiety that was ignored). The next day I was vomiting and had to go to ER, likely not a good effect of meds given as I am sensitive to heavy drugs. Absolutely no compassion whatsoever! Please do training videos for Anesthesiologists and Surgeons! Compassion goes a long way in the outcome obviously! After so many negative experiences, I don't trust ANY doctors anymore and that's dangerous! Hearing it's all "anxiety" with no one ever explaining anything leads me to feel like the boy who cried wolf now, so if I was having a heart attack, I would likely NOT go to the ER and die :( I still have undiagnosed chest pain (angina) and shortness of breath, being given meds that don't work. So I have no clue what's going on which could also be dangerous if I need surgery on an emergency basis. :(

[@jay-in-az]

You know what they call the person who graduated last in his med school class? That’s right, DOCTOR!

[@gailhicks6547]

Great video! Knowledge is extremely important.

[@mcatlady6742]

Just had a procedure done a few weeks back that though does not require general anesthesia, but i needed. One thing i WISHED i would have done was ask my anesthesiologist questions and was armed with what to ask. I was unfortunately disappointed in my anesthesiologist with little that he told me, just that he will be the Dr. caring for me. I did make sure to mention a concern i had reqarding one of my medical Dx. Many Dr.s either "dont believe in it" or/were are not eductaed/self educated in -which is Ehlers Danlos Syndrome (EDS), -and though i do belive its rare/ not extremely common, i had a slight concern of anesthetic resistance, since there are many types of anesthetics and anethesia., I've had differnt types, but never general, i was quite nervous, but honestly just wanted to make sure he was aware . He brushed me off it felt like, just saying i was "in good hands" and he will be monitoring me and that was it. Also, in the OR, as he was pushing 1 med he said i might have a " funny taste" then didnt tell me anything of the next pushed med, and it was IMEEDIATELT PAINFUL BURNING going into my arm and i screamed as it went in, then i was out. I still remeber that pain. In the recovery as i was waking up, i ended having a seizure (i also have temporal lobe epilepsy) they gave me Versed to stop the seizure i guess , and i woke up in the hospital bed and it was nighttime and no clue how i got there. It was the worst experience and i NEVER want to have surgery that requires general again...i just wonder what meds could have did all this to me Do you know anything about EDS? and what precations do you take with us patients? (1 for sure i know needs to be kept in mind is care to not dislocate a hyperpmobile jaw by accident from not aware of how EDS affects joint and multi body systems. I am recent to your channel and appreciate what you do!

[@CathyNavarrette]

Mind set before any drug is a key at times to how you handle or react to the drug.

[@lm0703]

I have had one procedure and the anesthesiologist was amazing! As far as knowing, I see it both ways. I want to know but it's a double-edged sword; many times, it can serve to make more scared! (I freak out about medical anything BECAUSE I have done a lot of research, but I can't stop myself!)

[@kathyfreeman9596]

Thank you Dr Kaveh ! Very interesting and informative. This information makes me feel more comfortable leaning all the process .

[@maryeckel9682]

Doc! I want to hear your thoughts on Blue Cross/Blue Shield saying they won't cover costs of anesthesia if a procedure runs over a certain time!

[@michelefitzmaurice4610]

That is absolutely criminal!!!

[@rebeccabergman8981]

Nice job Dr.

[@msjulsfl]

They said shit she's awake! Clear memory

[@BeatheGoth-uk5tj]

I’ve had anesthesia awareness twice, and it really scared me. I’ve got hEDS and my body does strange things because local anesthesia has little effect on me, and I process medication faster too. The last times I’ve had general anesthesia ,the docs put a strange little monitor to my forehead, I guess it ‘s kind of a mini EEG - does you call it an EEG monitor in English too? I’m Norwegian - very untypical though😂The OR -team wants to know where I’m at in the abyss of anesthesia. That’s my guess, at least. I’m on Fentanyl badges, so my tolerance is pretty high. I’m about 80 kilograms and need around 350 micrograms of Fentanyl to get a bit fussy. I’m allergic to Petidin, a morphine derived from, and also to Pentobarbital. What would you do when a patient has very fragile veins? Are there any anesthetics that are nicer to the veins than others?

[@chiaradigiorgio1821]

I had anaesthetic awareness . I’ve had 20 past surgeries and never had experienced just traumatic stress as I did during this last surgery 18 months ago 😢😢😢

[@dncprncss]

After having a few surgeries I got wise to the anesthesiologist giving me “something to relax” before surgery actually knocked me out. With the next surgery I declined that pre surgery sedative. I told the Dr I’m not stressed and don’t need to “relax”. One leas drug is one less for my body to process.

[@gilliansmiler3629]

Is this why so many doctors and nurses are in the operating room to ensure nothing happens to and they can act quickly.

[@barbgardiner5719]

I want to know how they flip us over! The last I remember is on my back looking up. Waking up on my back looking up. New incision on my spine.

[@prestonrobert2625]

Me to.😊

[@pcdeltalink036]

I mean, it’s a team of people in there. They can move you around as needed.

[@jannamcmurray8352]

I just had a double mastectomy less than a month ago and I was so tired afterwards. I told the anesthesiologist that when I sleep my CPAP I still try to quit breathing and when I go to deep sleep that my heart rate drops and so does my blood pressure

[@maryeckel9682]

Sounds like it might have triggered central sleep apnea 😢

[@hayleybourgault4114]

When I had surgery they gave me something to relax while waiting for the doctor. I don't know what it was but it did the opposite. I also get restless legs after the surgery.

[@mihrisahyildiz5338]

Thx for sharing 😊

[@Tereselynn]

That looks like Stanford hosp. surgery room! That's where I had my ulcer surgery 15 or 16 years ago. You guys saved my life😊👍👍 Well have to say - God & you guys😊❤❤

[@JackieMac5150]

I had a heart transplant in 2000. I used to have an insane very detailed sharp memory. After the operation, i have no short term memory at all.

[@autumngrace8541]

The heart you got, it has memory too.

[@christytrimble2293]

I have never woken up violent. I told the nurse I wasn't in heaven, and pointed to my jaw and said "pain."

[@KaylaTsukinochan]

I think I was five or six when I had my second eye surgery. I apparently had two. Too young to know about the first one. I found this video interesting and informative.

[@jodibirmingham9040]

Anesthesia always reeks havoc on my body. Recently had lumbar spinal fusion surgery and I believe the pain meds combined with the anesthesia in my system, caused me extreme emotional and mental distress post operatively.

[@charinagel5690]

Thank you so much. I am having a second hip replacement in 10 days. These videos really help educate and ease some of the worry.

[@deborahchasteen3206]

Hello, Dr. Kaveh. I've had great surgeries and have never feared it. But now that I'm older I've heard that the drugs can promote dementia, so I'm putting off a knee surgery.

[@rosehenninger1594]

You can, probably, just have a nerve block for knee surgery.

[@QuickFixTips]

Amazing, much respect! All great info, and extremely motivating to stay healthy! I don't think I'd like surgery very much, ha!

[@deborahchasteen3206]

I am a singer: what type of breathing tube should be used? I don't want to sound like a jerk: is it best to just tell the anesthesiologist that I'm a singer and trust that they'll know what to do?

[@Straighttalk95]

Helloo Doc ! Missed your Live ✌🏻

[@ahummerich2751]

I worked in surgery, first as an orderly and then as a brain wave tech . Two years after I retired, BOOM , there I was under the knife.The surgeons kept me in the cardiac ICU for a week to rest my heart. Then at 8 pm they did a carotid endarterectomy. No EEG support. They kept me under until the next morning when they did a triple bypass. Well that was exciting! My point is, when they rolled me into the OR, I couldn’t ask one question, NEVER TELL THEM WHAT YOU DID FOR A LIVING. They assume you know it all! Everything went well.

[@gilliansmiler3629]

Helps you relax by knowing what happens

[@christytrimble2293]

I can't relax if they're going to intubate me. I don't want to die when they rip the tube out. That happened to my friend. He made it through surgery, but the doctor ripped the tube out, collapsed both his lungs, and he died in recovery.

[@curtw8827]

I had a partial glossectomy and my throat was very painful for a long time, probably difficult to operate on a tongue with a breathing tube installed.

[@ginabarbee1404]

Wow Wow . I learned alot in this video . I am due colon cancer in a couple of days , and scared . It also took my mother .

[@777Pattie]

🙏🏼🕊️☦️🫒 hope surgery removes it all.

[@ginabarbee1404]

@777Pattie oh My Goodness , Thank You So Much . Hopefully I will be home for Christmas . Really Appreciate Your Comment .

[@dogmama2many]

I hope your surgery went well and you’re feeling better.

[@betharris633]

Woke up briefly during total knee replacement with spinal freezing. Must have been High as a Kite remember thinking how cool the procedure was and regretted not asking to see the whole operation 😂

[@dawnbanta9897]

I find your videos very entertaining and very relaxing. I fell asleep someone. It's raise my voice and I help me out.❤❤

[@DALDO135]

My worst experience was having just 1 stent. The Dr Wharton was a pioneer in the procedure. RIP...But he went up thru my right groin. I never felt any internal pain whatsoever. But they only gave me minimum morphine, and They wanted me wide awake . For about 1+ hours the stress on my groin was unbearable... The next morning I was LITERALLY Black & Blue from my right kneecap up to just below my right nipple...1 of my main arteries was literally 100% blocked...Back in 2004. Thank you Dr Wharton and RIP...

[@mickman36]

God Bless You Dr. I'm on my on since my mother passed away 3 years ago. My father passed 27 years ago. No other family. I've just seen your Absolutely Amazing video here. I've Thanks be to God 🙏 never had surgery except back in 1980 to get ny teeth All taken out and i was always Very Frightened as when we as Humans want to go asleep Naturally well to be Put to asleep against your Will that scares me 😮

[@serinodiaz4140]

What if you want to remember To be aware? When you want to know who is doing the surgery when you chose a senior surgeon with shills to do it and not a junior or fellow when your want to be assured and forced to give consent at the last moment and a forcedGA when you wanted a spinal for a HOLEP prostate surgery of a less than 30 g . This happened in France at IMM in Paris.