Fear of general anesthesia - Is there anything I can do to ease my nerves before surgery?

July 20, 2022
Asked By:elena_est in Los Angeles, California

I'm having a rhinoplasty soon and I'm very nervous. My procedure will be done in one hour. My only concern is the general anesthesia. I have never been put under or had any type of surgery. I'm scared of not waking up or going into a coma. I'm completely healthy I don't drink or smoke. Is there anything I can do to ease my nerves before surgery?

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July 29, 2022

Answer: By the time you get this... fear of upcoming general anesthesia (in one hour? dated 7.22.22).

July 29, 2022

Answer: By the time you get this... fear of upcoming general anesthesia (in one hour? dated 7.22.22).

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