I am a 30 year old woman with no known major health issues. I want to get a tummy tuck and a breast augmentation but I am very concerned about the anesthesia. When I was 25 I had an abortion. They used general anesthesia without a breathing tube. I woke up to a nurse saying, "you scared us. You stopped breathing". I was too out of it to ask further questions. I also stopped breathing during local anesthesia. I told my surgeon and he isn't concerned. Said it happens all the time. Does that sound right
February 8, 2022
Answer: Endotracheal general anesthesia For surgeries that you want, general anesthesia will be needed. Your breathing will be controlled with mechanical ventilator and for that reason you do not have to be concerned of stopping breathing. However, discuss this issue with your anesthesia provider as well as your surgeon day of surgery. Good luck.
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February 8, 2022
Answer: Endotracheal general anesthesia For surgeries that you want, general anesthesia will be needed. Your breathing will be controlled with mechanical ventilator and for that reason you do not have to be concerned of stopping breathing. However, discuss this issue with your anesthesia provider as well as your surgeon day of surgery. Good luck.
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February 8, 2022
Answer: Breathing stopped during anesthesia Dear Momduck, it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon and anesthesiologist. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations. Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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February 8, 2022
Answer: Breathing stopped during anesthesia Dear Momduck, it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon and anesthesiologist. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations. Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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