Frequently Asked Questions

Disclaimer

The following questions will take you to links of The American Society of Anesthesiologists website. These are meant to give you generalized information and guidelines. Please understand that anesthesia is particular to each individual and case, and therefore, may not specifically apply to your procedure.

• Are there different kinds of anesthesia?
• What are the risks of anesthesia?
• What about eating or drinking before my anesthesia?
• Should I take my usual medicines?
• Could herbal medicines, vitamins and other dietary supplements affect my anesthesia if I need surgery?
• Should I stop smoking before my surgery?
• Are long surgeries more dangerous?
• Is pain relief in my spine safe?
• Should my throat be sore after surgery?
• Should my IV site be sore and swollen weeks after surgery?
• Whom do I contact at the ASA with questions?
• What are the types of Anesthesia?
• Who is an Anesthesiologist?
• What should I expect?

What to Expect