Can a patient who is paying £1000s request a stronger sedative prior to surgery?

November 21, 2021
Asked By:Forceful679551 in Orrell, England, United Kingdom

Local anaesthetic and sedatives. My understanding is while having local anaesthetic one can request a sedative along with it to decrease pre op nerves. I had a consultation with a surgeon last week who stated they give a 10mg diazepam pre op. I had a spell recently of using diazepam frequently to help with anxiety related issues but built up quite a tolerance. I'm worried the 10mg diazepam would not be enough to relieve my pre op nerves. Can a patient who is paying £1000's request a stronger sedative prior to surgery? TIA

Answers (2)

From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
VOTED MOST HELPFUL
November 24, 2021

Answer: Sedation during surgery

VOTED MOST HELPFUL
November 24, 2021

Answer: Sedation during surgery

MOST RECENT
November 27, 2021

Answer: Habituated to benzodiazepines

MOST RECENT
November 27, 2021

Answer: Habituated to benzodiazepines

Recommended reading

Gynecomastia Surgery

Everything you need to know about Gynecomastia Surgery

  • 94% worth it
  • 1.1k reviews
  • Avg cost: $8,475
Learn More
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT

Recommended reading

Gynecomastia Surgery

Everything you need to know about Gynecomastia Surgery

  • 94% worth it
  • 1.1k reviews
  • Avg cost: $8,475
Learn More
ADVERTISEMENT