Is it common to feel a change in personality after going under full anesthesia?

September 10, 2014
Asked By:Charleston8590 in Savannah, GA

It's been one week since my procedure, an explant and breast lift, and I feel this odd burst of energy. Compared to my baseline mood, this feels like what I imagine (mild) mania to be. I love it, don't get me wrong! I am so glad to have the surgery behind me. But this seems excessive–I don't feel like I need to sleep much and I am dying to heal enough to run a bunch of errands and start projects that I didn't want to do prior. Anyway, I'm afraid of a crash. Any wisdom, doc/s?

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September 24, 2014

Answer: Anesthesia

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September 12, 2014

Answer: Is it common to feel a change in personality after going under full anesthesia?

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September 12, 2014

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October 28, 2014

Answer: Personality Change after Explant, Breast Lift

October 28, 2014

Answer: Personality Change after Explant, Breast Lift

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September 13, 2014

Answer: Is it common to feel a change in personality after going under full anesthesia?

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