The Dr. Numb® cream promises to alleviate discomfort and pain. But before you slather on the cream, you might wonder how long it lasts. After all, you don’t want to reach the middle of a procedure only to feel the pain resurface. Our 100% hypoallergenic, fast-absorbing numbing cream starts working in at least 15 minutes […]
Spinal anesthesia is a neuraxial procedure in which a local anesthetic is injected into the cerebrospinal fluid in the lumbar spine to numb the nerves exiting the spinal cord. Spinal anesthesia involves inserting a needle between the lumbar vertebrae to deliver an anesthetic drug. Separate figures (Figure 1 and Figure 2) provide detailed discussions of […]
You notice some concerning side effects that make you wonder if it was worth it. This is a common fear for anesthesia patients, especially regarding potential side effects. The symptoms of a generalanesthetic or regional anesthetic include feeling sick, dizzy, faint, and feeling cold or shivering. It’s causing headaches and itchiness. The most common symptoms […]
The topic of dreaming under anesthesia is a fascinating and mysterious one. Despite medical advancements and research, whether or not patients can honestly dream while under anesthesia remains to be seen. Patients frequently report dreams during general anesthesia. Dreams during general anesthesia have been written by 10 to 36% of patients upon awakening, with the […]
One of the most alarming risks is the potential for not waking up after anesthesia. The most common early neurologic problems following general anesthesia are failure to awaken and delayed awakening. The risk of prolonged postoperative coma following general surgery is estimated at 0.005 to 0.08 percent. Cardiac surgery is associated with a greater risk. […]
The time it takes to fully wake up from anesthesia is a common concern for many patients who are about to undergo surgery. While most people wake up in the recovery room shortly after the procedure, the effects of the anesthesia can linger for a few hours or even days. The medicines take a week […]
You will gradually wake up after the anesthetist stops the anesthetic. A recovery room is the first place you’ll be transferred before the award. Depending on your circumstances, your hospital stay will usually be a few hours to a few days. It’s just as important as the procedure itself. Without it, patients risk complications, adverse […]
Anesthesia is commonly used to facilitate a pain-free and comfortable experience for the patient. General anesthesia affects the whole body. It makes you unconscious and unable to move. It is used during major surgeries like heart, brain, back, and organ transplants. Regional anesthesia may be used during childbirth, a Cesarean section (C-section), or minor surgeries. […]
