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I love it, best sleep ever. You count back and poof, then wake up changed. The worst will be recovery, just make sure to stay on top of the pain meds and it will go well.
I used to be scared of it too, but after having a couple of them (one for rhinoplasty too) i now love it.
Best sleep ever!!
You will be absolutely fine xx
Best sleep ever!!
You will be absolutely fine xx
I have had this procedure and it was absolutely fine. What exactly is it that worries you? I’m happy to give my take on it if you have specific questions x
It will be my first surgery so I’m quite nervous anyway but the part where they put you to sleep scares me the most and then how I feel once I wake up. I’m not that scared about the actual surgery or the recovery it’s more about being put to sleep it kind of freaks me out
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Kindly, would you prefer them to do it when you’re fully conscious and awake instead!? That sounds like agony!It will be my first surgery so I’m quite nervous anyway but the part where they put you to sleep scares me the most and then how I feel once I wake up. I’m not that scared about the actual surgery or the recovery it’s more about being put to sleep it kind of freaks me out
I haven’t had rhinoplasty but I have been put to sleep with anaesthesia before and like you, I was worried about it, to the point that when they started the ‘countdown’ I was asking them what happened if I got to zero and was still awake (the last number I remember was ‘five’). Like others have said, it’s like a really deep sleep, imagine shutting your eyes for one second, opening them the next second, and your body feeling fully refreshed and relaxed (pain from operation aside). Loads of people have had the same operation. You will be fine. Just make sure you go somewhere reputable and not somewhere on the cheap or without official licensing. The recovery part will be the most important, far more than the operation itself. The operation will be done by experts. The healing will be solely your responsibility.
Tell the anaethatist that you're very anxious, I did and asked him if I could have a higher dose of that special drug they give you to keep you calm and happy before they get you counting down
I always wake up feeling so upset for some reason so I told him this the last time and he said he would give me some of this happy drug before I was brought round too
worked a treat!
I've no idea what it is called I just remember it made so soooo chilled and happy they could have told me they were doing the op without anesthesia and I'd have laughed and said okay
Honestly don't be worried about it, it's brilliant!
I always wake up feeling so upset for some reason so I told him this the last time and he said he would give me some of this happy drug before I was brought round too
worked a treat! I've no idea what it is called I just remember it made so soooo chilled and happy they could have told me they were doing the op without anesthesia and I'd have laughed and said okay
Honestly don't be worried about it, it's brilliant!
I’ve had sedation for brain surgeries, trust me I look forward to it 
it is the GREATEST sleep you will ever have. Seriously genuinely agree with @265 i’d happily be sedated for no reason... it’s magic. You just... fall asleep. No different to going to bed at home. They ask you to count back from ten. You will be asleep before you can get to zero. And then you wake up and it’s like no time has passed. People do respond differently to the anaesthesia afterwards admittedly - some people I know have woken up and felt sick, but i never have - I’ve just woken up starving!
Please don’t worry about it, it’s safe and easy peasy
it is the GREATEST sleep you will ever have. Seriously genuinely agree with @265 i’d happily be sedated for no reason... it’s magic. You just... fall asleep. No different to going to bed at home. They ask you to count back from ten. You will be asleep before you can get to zero. And then you wake up and it’s like no time has passed. People do respond differently to the anaesthesia afterwards admittedly - some people I know have woken up and felt sick, but i never have - I’ve just woken up starving! Please don’t worry about it, it’s safe and easy peasy
Have you had a surgery before? I find the worst is the waiting in the waiting room. Once you’re ‘in the flow’, In the system and they come to get you, it goes so fast you won’t have time to worry. Someone is always with you, it’s ‘ do this, lay here, close your eyes’ and the operating room is busy busy busy with loads of people and then they give you the most wonderful drugs and you’re awake again. Your only job is to do what you are told, and I love that.
The waking afterwards is carefully monitored, and you’ll be very groggy for a while. And nurses love pain management, so if you’re in pain, they’ll want to help you through that.
So my advice is, tell them you’re nervous, tell them if you’re in pain, Take something to do while you wait (cross word puzzle, magazine...anything to keep your mind busy) and best of luck. Life’s too short. Nurses are so lovely and genuinely want to help you through it. So go for it!
The waking afterwards is carefully monitored, and you’ll be very groggy for a while. And nurses love pain management, so if you’re in pain, they’ll want to help you through that.
So my advice is, tell them you’re nervous, tell them if you’re in pain, Take something to do while you wait (cross word puzzle, magazine...anything to keep your mind busy) and best of luck. Life’s too short. Nurses are so lovely and genuinely want to help you through it. So go for it!
I was petrified of 'going under' when I had surgery but honestly, it was nothing at all to worry about! You're awake one second and out like a light the next. Waking up I felt very groggy but that was partly due to the surgery i'd had (tonsillectomy) I would be fine having another and beleive me i'm a big baby!
I was under general anaesthetic for the first time when I had my rhinoplasty. It was crazy really I only got to 8 then woke up 2 hours later lol. I was just a bit groggy and confused when waking up. The worst bit about it for me is I was really dehydrated so felt so sick. They soon gave me some rehydration stuff and antisickness which worked great. I had mine private don’t know if you are or what nhs is like but the private nurses are so attentive with whatever you need they barely leave you for more than 2 minutes xx
I recommend finding as reputable clinic as possible in your country with board certified physicians.
That said, if you are young, healthy and pass the preop exam you have virtually next to nothing to worry about. Asking the anesthesiologist for preop calming meds helps also. All the best
Anaesthetic nurse here 
We can usually tell how anxious you are before you’ve even finished saying hello. We don’t tend to use the countdown method at my hospital, instead opting for the keep your eyes open as long as you can and imagine you’re somewhere nice method.
Just think once they have your drip in that’s the worst bit done! The sleepy medicine can feel tingly (or sparkly as I like to call it) up your arm, your face will get heavy and you’ll get a taste of cheese and onion crisps. Your anaesthetist will keep a close eye on you throughout to make sure you stay asleep and pain free.
Then it’s done!
In recovery don’t be a hero and if you’re sore tell your nurse. We would rather get you comfortable early on than being a hero and waiting until the minute we’ve called the ward for discharge (it makes us sad). Same goes for feeling sick. It’s also easier to get on top of your pain when it’s a little bit sore instead of a big bit sore.
You will be fine. Please don’t be afraid of your anaesthetic.
We can usually tell how anxious you are before you’ve even finished saying hello. We don’t tend to use the countdown method at my hospital, instead opting for the keep your eyes open as long as you can and imagine you’re somewhere nice method.
Just think once they have your drip in that’s the worst bit done! The sleepy medicine can feel tingly (or sparkly as I like to call it) up your arm, your face will get heavy and you’ll get a taste of cheese and onion crisps. Your anaesthetist will keep a close eye on you throughout to make sure you stay asleep and pain free.
Then it’s done!
In recovery don’t be a hero and if you’re sore tell your nurse. We would rather get you comfortable early on than being a hero and waiting until the minute we’ve called the ward for discharge (it makes us sad). Same goes for feeling sick. It’s also easier to get on top of your pain when it’s a little bit sore instead of a big bit sore.
You will be fine. Please don’t be afraid of your anaesthetic.
I've had surgeries awake (local only) and asleep. I would 1000% prefer to be asleep everytime but some surgeries can't be done asleep (you are awake when they fit a stent in your heart and that is horrible as the sedation doesn't work as you are terrified!). As others say the sleep is the best you will ever have and some times I just keep thinking I could do with that sleep again!
Tell your surgeon and they will make sure you have some sedation before
Tell your surgeon and they will make sure you have some sedation before
Why Cheese and Onion crisps!?Anaesthetic nurse here
We can usually tell how anxious you are before you’ve even finished saying hello. We don’t tend to use the countdown method at my hospital, instead opting for the keep your eyes open as long as you can and imagine you’re somewhere nice method.
Just think once they have your drip in that’s the worst bit done! The sleepy medicine can feel tingly (or sparkly as I like to call it) up your arm, your face will get heavy and you’ll get a taste of cheese and onion crisps. Your anaesthetist will keep a close eye on you throughout to make sure you stay asleep and pain free.
Then it’s done!
In recovery don’t be a hero and if you’re sore tell your nurse. We would rather get you comfortable early on than being a hero and waiting until the minute we’ve called the ward for discharge (it makes us sad). Same goes for feeling sick. It’s also easier to get on top of your pain when it’s a little bit sore instead of a big bit sore.
You will be fine. Please don’t be afraid of your anaesthetic.
No idea! That’s what loads of people describe the taste as!!