Anesthesia sedation: What to expect

Some procedures do not require full anesthesia. In these cases, sedation is used to keep you comfortable and relaxed during your procedure. You may be aware or have memories of a procedure done under sedation, and this is normal. In some cases, it is necessary to change from sedation to full general anesthesia.

After your procedure, you will be taken to the recovery area where a nurse will monitor you as you continue to emerge from anesthesia. Do not make any important decisions for at least 24 hours after any type of anesthesia.

[katrinawhite]

Just had surgery today under general anesthesia. I was extremely worried about being unconscious. When I woke up, I did not remember a thing. I was under for over two hours. But it felt like five minutes to me. My surgery went extremely well, and I would tell anyone who is getting surgery not to worry at all. I felt like it was the best sleep of my life. 😊

[jessicastoch]

I personally remember feeling quite emotional, tired and discomfort. I was so tired when the nurse gently woke me up but I remember being comforted because she was singing "Over the Rainbow". I'm not sure if she was sing to me or to herself but it made me feel safe.

[richcarstv]

I just had a surgery under general anesthesia and all i want to say was i was extremely worried before like not even caring for the actual surgery itself and all i can say is that it is an extremely easy experience. I got into the operating room very nervous and I remember then telling me to breath from the mask and i just kept repeating the word sleep in my head and the next second im in recovery. They had told me i would have burning in my arm as they were injecting the medication but it wasnt anything like that it was actually a nice feeling sort of like a little buzz going up the arm and then out. Nothing else. So if your going under anesthesia anytime soon trust me, do not worry because it is very easy. I hope this helps!

[lbs]

I jus don’t wanna be snitching on myself when my mom there

[og]

I am about to get my gallbladder removed this coming Saturday and what I am frightened about is me being put to sleep. Watching this and seeing all the comments made me cry and happy and less scared. Thank you so much for this video and thank you to all the people who shared their experiences.

[BeeBeeCJr]

I’m actually horrified of being willfully put down, even if temporary. I’m very grateful that we can have surgeries and opportunities not previously afforded to us, but still. I can’t seem to shake my apprehension and fear of surgery. Even if it meant life and death.

Thank you all for the work you all do.

[MrWax]

this is really great, im going under the knife in a couple weeks for thyroid cancer and ive never been put under anesthesia before, this is a great eye opener

[leighannl]

I have a lot to say as I watch all these medical procedures and see all the different diseases and ailments. Like tumors or cancer etc, I pray healing in jesus name for everyone on here may they all be receive the miraculous touch from are savior . Amen

[baileyb.]

First thing I said after coming out of anesthesia and opening my eyes...
Me: *sees nurse with long blonde hair* “Wow your hair is gorgeous!”
Nurse: “Aww, thanks dear. That’s so nice of you to say!”
*Doctor walks in*
Me: *giggling*
Doctor: “Glad to see you’re feeling well.”
Me: *still giggling* “Hehe, Doctor, I’m sorry but did you know you’re bald?!” 🤦🏼‍♀️

At least the nurse was laughing.

[mrruffles]

Im getting surgery in a few hours

Why am i watching this

[leetheleef]

who else is freaking out about a procedure they have and going under anesthesia 😼

[KG-fuik]

Got my endoscopy yesterday. Very nervous was on the verge of tears and breathing erratically. GI doctor even said "you're nervous aren't you" I said yes and bit down on the mouth piece. Next thing I knew I was in the recovery room. ANESTHESIA IS NOT THAT SERIOUS. I literally freaked out all day because of it and it was very peaceful.

[joannemadden]

I remember after my procedure I was still kinda out of it, I told the nurse I had to go potty, she said she'd help. I very seriously told her that I do this all the time by myself at home. She said I must be fun to go out with when I've had a few drinks.

[Maxillz]

If anyones afraid of general anaesthetic, don't be, its definitely in the top 10 naps of my life and 1000x better than just an epidural and being fully awake, trust me.

[Bilal-Labsili]

Left 5 minutes ago and felt great. If your scared don’t be. It’s like nothing ur up and then your out in a total of like ten seconds. GREAT EXPERIENCE 🤩🤩

[Seannosaurus]

Its pretty easy. When I had surgery, they put a mask on my face, and then told me to breathe. There were a lot of doctors in the room, which made me feel safe. They then told me to count back from ten, and when I reached 8, I woke up in the recovery room.

[makaylasellen]

I'm just scared of snitching on myself

[Divine.Machinery]

I have a fear of anesthesia awareness 😰

[britneymaiC]

I had my very first op last week and I was a nervous wreck, fearing that I would wake up during my procedure or feeling the pain. I kid you not, it felt as if I was in theatre for 2 minutes because I was OUT and next thing I’m waking up in the recovery room. It really amazes me how it works!

[TheMariemarie]

Anesthesia is necessary and works well most of the time but there are inherent risks, especially general anesthesia. Thank God for the nurses and anesthesiologists that do such important work.