OHbaby! Forums : Been under General Anaesthetic? https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/ Copyright (c) 2006-2013 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Tue, 05 May 2026 02:20:29 +0000 Wed, 23 Jul 2008 22:05:54 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 12.05 360 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=19413 <![CDATA[OHbaby! Forums]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/ <![CDATA[Been under General Anaesthetic? : Ive had surgery twice and once...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=19413&PID=447932&title=been-under-general-anaesthetic#447932 Author: WestiesGirl
Subject: 19413
Posted: 23 July 2008 at 10:05pm

Ive had surgery twice and once they put an IV line into you you will be all good in regards to needles.

Like Jess said you have the anesthesiologist monitoring you the whole way through the surgery and also for your pain relief while your in recovery (after surgery) so you will be fine and very well looked after ]]> Wed, 23 Jul 2008 22:05:54 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=19413&PID=447932&title=been-under-general-anaesthetic#447932 <![CDATA[Been under General Anaesthetic? : When I had my D&C they put me...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=19413&PID=447873&title=been-under-general-anaesthetic#447873 Author: FionaS
Subject: 19413
Posted: 23 July 2008 at 9:13pm

When I had my D&C they put me to sleep with gas before putting the IV line in so I couldn't feel it (I hate...long story). Hopefully they will be kind to you if you ask specifically.

I love the feeling you have for the first 10 or so minutes after waking up...blissful.]]> Wed, 23 Jul 2008 21:13:26 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=19413&PID=447873&title=been-under-general-anaesthetic#447873 <![CDATA[Been under General Anaesthetic? : I had my tonsils out a wee while...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=19413&PID=447856&title=been-under-general-anaesthetic#447856 Author: sparkle
Subject: 19413
Posted: 23 July 2008 at 9:04pm

I had my tonsils out a wee while back now when I was 23. It hits adults alot harder than children, the recoverey I mean.

I was off work for a good 10 days after it. But it was definitely worth every minute of the pain/hassle!]]> Wed, 23 Jul 2008 21:04:15 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=19413&PID=447856&title=been-under-general-anaesthetic#447856 <![CDATA[Been under General Anaesthetic? : I&#039;m another needle phob,,...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=19413&PID=447619&title=been-under-general-anaesthetic#447619 Author: MonicaMouse
Subject: 19413
Posted: 23 July 2008 at 4:55pm

I'm another needle phob,, and when I had some major dental work done a fair few years back, I was also gassed before they IV'd me with the GA otherwise they would have had to pry my mouth open to get the needles in there, - It's another option. ]]> Wed, 23 Jul 2008 16:55:10 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=19413&PID=447619&title=been-under-general-anaesthetic#447619 <![CDATA[Been under General Anaesthetic? : My antethetist let me feed without...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=19413&PID=447603&title=been-under-general-anaesthetic#447603 Author: fattartsrock
Subject: 19413
Posted: 23 July 2008 at 4:39pm

My antethetist let me feed without pumping and dunping after 6 hours after a general and a keyhole gallbladder removal (about an hour long) I was under by 9.30 and awake by 1pm and I fed her at about 6pm.
Check with anethetist. It will be fine. I have said so before, just PM with any questions.]]> Wed, 23 Jul 2008 16:39:50 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=19413&PID=447603&title=been-under-general-anaesthetic#447603 <![CDATA[Been under General Anaesthetic? : You will probably feel one needle...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=19413&PID=447590&title=been-under-general-anaesthetic#447590 Author: emz
Subject: 19413
Posted: 23 July 2008 at 4:24pm

You will probably feel one needle and that's it, you'll be out to it until you wake up in recovery. Bear in mind that it may not be just the anaesthetic that can affect your breastmilk, you may be given codeine for the pain depending on how well you cope.

How long you are out depends on the operation. I was out for about 3-4 hours (I think, not quite sure actually!) for my boob op. I think tonsils may only be up to a couple of hours from memory of when my sis got hers done.]]> Wed, 23 Jul 2008 16:24:22 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=19413&PID=447590&title=been-under-general-anaesthetic#447590 <![CDATA[Been under General Anaesthetic? : I am a major needle wimp and when...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=19413&PID=447552&title=been-under-general-anaesthetic#447552 Author: pip1
Subject: 19413
Posted: 23 July 2008 at 3:51pm

I am a major needle wimp and when i had my kidney surgery i got the gas and then they inserted the needle after i was dopey/asleep i dont really know when but just know that when i woke up there was drips and pain pumps and stuff in me.
]]> Wed, 23 Jul 2008 15:51:14 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=19413&PID=447552&title=been-under-general-anaesthetic#447552 <![CDATA[Been under General Anaesthetic? : I went under a general when I...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=19413&PID=447539&title=been-under-general-anaesthetic#447539 Author: my4beauties
Subject: 19413
Posted: 23 July 2008 at 3:40pm

I went under a general when I was 20, to have a knee reconstruction (ACL).  I don't know how long I was under for, maybe a couple hours, but they did use a needle to knock me out.  My kind nurse gave me a patch on my arm where they'd insert the needle to numb the area.  The Dr's laughed at me when they saw it, they said they only used that on kids!  I didn't feel a thing throughout the surgery.

 

Sorry, not sure about how it will affect your breastmilk, & feeding though.

]]> Wed, 23 Jul 2008 15:40:43 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=19413&PID=447539&title=been-under-general-anaesthetic#447539 <![CDATA[Been under General Anaesthetic? : Does it require a needle? (ugh...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=19413&PID=447529&title=been-under-general-anaesthetic#447529 Author: mummy_becks
Subject: 19413
Posted: 23 July 2008 at 3:34pm

Does it require a needle? (ugh I prob already know the answer to this ...I hate needles ) Yes they will require IV access, but ask them to put the "special cream" on first so that they area is numbed.

How long are you generally knocked out for? You totally can't feel a thing? You will not feel a thing or remember a thing about the operation or the recovery room really.

How does it affect breast milk & breastfeeding ...how long do you think it will stay in my system? Best person to ask about that is Annie, as I know she had an op just after she had Charly.

]]> Wed, 23 Jul 2008 15:34:49 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=19413&PID=447529&title=been-under-general-anaesthetic#447529 <![CDATA[Been under General Anaesthetic? : Hey Steph, I had an endoscopy...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=19413&PID=447508&title=been-under-general-anaesthetic#447508 Author: MrsMojo
Subject: 19413
Posted: 23 July 2008 at 3:12pm

Hey Steph, I had an endoscopy under general when Michaela was a few months old.  I explained I was BFing and they only gave me enough so that I would be in a "twilight sleep" during the procedure and I woke in recovery fairly shortly afterwards.

Does it require a needle? (ugh I prob already know the answer to this ...I hate needles )   Sorry honey but I think it does, they may use gas though... why don't you ask the specialist.

How long are you generally knocked out for? You totally can't feel a thing? You definitely can't feel a thing while you're knocked out and they'll keep you out for the full operation (it's in their best interest to)

How does it affect breast milk & breastfeeding ...how long do you think it will stay in my system? Check with the specialist.  When I went in they had special handouts for BFing mums and I can't remember if it was 18 or 24 hours but I had to express a fair amount before the endoscopy (she was still feeding several times day/night) and I was able to start BFing again the next day.  In the meantime I expressed and discarded.


It will be so fabulous to have those nasty tonsils out.  It's definitely worth it.  You'll be fine, infact you'll be better than fine because you won't suffer from tonsilitis anymore - it's been 20 years since I had mine out and I still remember how awful tonsilitis makes you feel.

]]> Wed, 23 Jul 2008 15:12:49 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=19413&PID=447508&title=been-under-general-anaesthetic#447508 <![CDATA[Been under General Anaesthetic? : Ok I know I&#039;ll be able to...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=19413&PID=447489&title=been-under-general-anaesthetic#447489 Author: BuzzyBee
Subject: 19413
Posted: 23 July 2008 at 3:01pm

Ok I know I'll be able to ask the surgeon this next thursday (asked my Dr. today and she reckons I could have my tonsils out within the next 2-3 weeks since going private YAY) ...anyhoo I'm wondering what it's like to go under a general?

Does it require a needle? (ugh I prob already know the answer to this ...I hate needles )

How long are you generally knocked out for? You totally can't feel a thing?

How does it affect breast milk & breastfeeding ...how long do you think it will stay in my system?

I'm so anxious about having to go into a hospital (although I think it will be done more in a clinic/private hospital than a hospital hospital iygwim) and the whole idea of 'surgery' ....needles. On the other hand I can't wait to breath properly and be tonsil free! Been giving me hassles for 3 years non-stop almost ]]> Wed, 23 Jul 2008 15:01:59 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=19413&PID=447489&title=been-under-general-anaesthetic#447489