Dr. Orrin Ailloni-Charas

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

It relaxes : You and provides some analgesia.

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A 45-year-old female asked:

Can you be under anesthesia and mentally be aware of what is going on in a major surgery?

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

No: Under general anesthesia, with few exceptions, there should be no awareness. If you receive a regional technique with sedation or a twilight anesteti... Read More

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A 34-year-old member asked:

How willbeing sedated for a dental procedure feel?

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

You will: Feel sleepy and relaxed. Hopefully not too dizzy or nauseated. Sedation is used to make the procedure less unpleasant.

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A 31-year-old female asked:

What are the effects of general anesthesia on a fetus?

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

Most anesthetics : Effect the fetus similarly to the way they effect the mom. If given prior to delivery, the newborn may be sleepy and require support. Some medicatio... Read More

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A 42-year-old female asked:

I had a discectomy about a week ago and i am taking oxycodone (amongst several other pain killers) anyway i am unable to open my bowels despite taking several laxatives every day, the pain in my abdomen is so bad im at my wits end?

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

First, let your: Doctor know. Try to wean off of the narcotics, add a stool softener, and consider an enema.

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A 43-year-old female asked:

Im considering gastric bypass surgery, but had my gall bladder removed 2 yrs ago, would this be an issue should if i have the surgery?

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

No: Unless you have a lot of intraabdominal adhesions.

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A 34-year-old female asked:

I have not had a bowel movement in five days, what can i do?

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

Enemas: Laxatives, stool softener, fluids. If necessary, go to dr or er for disimpaction.

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A 39-year-old female asked:

Just above my belly button and a little to the left i have a pain when i touch it or press it i can feel it or if i brush my belly it hurts?

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

Umbilical hernias : Can present this way. Get examined by a doctor to see what is going on.

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A 47-year-old female asked:

My dad who is 78 has had muscle pains for last few months but is now getting worse with quite a bit a pain and feeling very tired with no appetite.

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

He should be : Examined by a doctor and have some blood work done. His symptoms are non-specific, but could be related to something serious.

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A male asked:

Exparel is a new long acting local anesthetic. i would like to hear from anyone currently using it and for what.

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

I have seen : Mixed results with tissue infiltration vis a vis duration. I am awaiting the results from the nerve block trials.

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A 58-year-old female asked:

I have gastritis but can't take the medication?

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

Change your : Diet and ask your doctor about sucralafate. That might help. Also, avoid nsaids.

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A 40-year-old female asked:

How dose the flu affect the respiratory system?

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

An upper respiratory: Infection can cause inflammation in the respiratory system and bronchospasm. That can lead to a productive cough, difficulties breathing, and pneumoni... Read More

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A 51-year-old female asked:

Acute bronchitis asthma on doxcycline and prednisone, & nebulizor.started doxi and medrol (methylprednisolone) fri changed to prednisone can't talk w/out wheezing bad. walking makes pant neb helps 5 min? no temp x-ray ok

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

If your respiratory : Status has worsened, you should immediately contact your doctor. It is possible your clinical status has deteriorated.

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Dr. Bhavin Patel agrees1 doctor agrees

A 29-year-old female asked:

I had a baby a year ago and i got the eperderol for the pain and ever since then i haven't been able to feel when my bladder is full do you know y?

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

Speak with your OB. : It is unlikely that the epidural is causing you bladder issues today. You may have sustained an injury to it during labor and delivery.

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Dr. Scott Beard and another doctor agree2 doctors agree

A 24-year-old male asked:

Which anaesthesia general or spinal is better for c-section in a pt with heart disease?

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

For most : Non-emergent c sections, regional anesthesia has a significantly lower risk profile for mom and baby as compared to general. The type of heart disease... Read More

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Dr. Boris Aronzon and another doctor agree2 doctors agree

A member asked:

Myneurologist justput me on klonopen suffer severe nerve damage throught my entire body and am in a whel chair. i what is klonopen used for.

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

It can help : Reduce the incidence and pain associated with muscle spasms.

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A 28-year-old female asked:

Three year old unable to climb stairs after vaccine . he was able to do it for 6 months before . could the vaccine be causing it ?

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

Have your : Pediatrician evaluate your child. This is not a normal complication from vaccination.

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A 46-year-old female asked:

My son has swallowed a chewable vitamin capsule without chewing it is this a problem?

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

If he isn't choking: And it is in his stomach, it will be digested. If he has any difficultly breathing or swallowing, go to the er.

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Dr. Carla Enriquez agrees1 doctor agrees

A 36-year-old male asked:

Please provide some do's and don'ts about dealing with back pain.

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

Rest: Rest and anti-inflammatories will fix most back pain.

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A 36-year-old male asked:

Please share an interesting fact about allergies.

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

Nausea: Nausea does not indicate allergy, it may be the side effect of a drug.

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Dr. Evan Altman agrees1 doctor agrees

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A 23-year-old female asked:

Pooping big blood clots and feeling the toilet with blood what could be causing this?

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

You have two issues: To e concerned about. First, you have to figure out the source of he bleeding. Second, you probably are anemic, maybe even severely. You should check... Read More

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A 39-year-old female asked:

I have crohn's & take percocet for pain. when i take it i can't sleep for 24 hrs. it happens with all narcotic pain killers. what else can i take?

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

Speak with: A GI and/or pain specialist. Non-narcotic medications, including steroids, may be better options for you. Also, discuss the pain source and see what o... Read More

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A 36-year-old male asked:

Please share a tip in the form of a haiku on third-trimester pregnancy.

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

In: In active labor, eating and drinking can precipitate nausea and vomiting.

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A 19-year-old male asked:

Effects of high uses of acetaminophen and ibuprofen, 6000mg and 4800mg a day respectively. going on for 19 days now. ?

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

Liver failure : Kidney failure, GI ulcers and bleeding. You are taking way too much medication. Please stop all medications and see your doctor right away. This is a ... Read More

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A 20-year-old male asked:

Stabbing pain in my right eye when i look to the right and i have a bruise on my eye too?

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

Not normal: Were you in a fight? You should be examined for eye trauma and corneal abrasions. If you can't associate the pain with an injury, it will be importa... Read More

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A 52-year-old female asked:

What can cause a sharp stabbing pain under the collar bone?

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

Lots of things : Muscolulo-skeletal pain, pinched nerve, pulmonary problem, soft tissue changes. Go to your doctor for a history and physical.

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A 33-year-old female asked:

Have gastritis since last may. been on prevacid (lansoprazole) 30mg x6 month. negative h-pylori. no: alcohol, smoke, caffeine, carbonation, citrus, spicy, nsaids. ?

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

NSAIDs: Can worsen gastritis and lead to ulcers and perforation. Avoid them.

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A 24-year-old female asked:

Very dark brown/black diarrhea for 2 days. i took garcinia cambogia over a week ago but stopped because it made me vomit. what is causing this?

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

Dark, tarry : Stool can be caused by disgusted blood. You should be evaluated by your doctor if that is a concern.

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Dr. Heidi Fowler agrees1 doctor agrees

A 26-year-old male asked:

I have what looks like an abscess in between my pinky toe whole toe is swollen very painful skin is white colored hurts to the touch.

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

You should: Go to the er right away. If it is an abscess, it will need to drain and you will need antibiotics. Expeditious treatment is important to prevent furth... Read More

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A 17-year-old male asked:

I have been using triamcinolone cream for rash. today i had a little on my hands and accidentally got some in my mouth. very small amt but is this ok?

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

That should be : Okay, buttery to remember to wash your hand immediately after applying the cream in the future.

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A 21-year-old male asked:

If one has a pretty bad cold and has a nephrectomy coming up in a week, is it wise to go or no?

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

An upper respiratory: Infection should be cleared up prior to elective and semi-elective surgery. Having a URI during anesthesia can lead to intra-op complications like br... Read More

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Dr. Norman Cohen agrees1 doctor agrees

A 48-year-old female asked:

If you are on diabetic meds and you take two at night then two in the morning is that too much...symptoms of feeling slugish?

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

It may be. : Check your blood sugar. If it is low, drink some fruit juice. Discuss your medication regimen with your doctor.

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A 46-year-old member asked:

Does cold weather exposure cause permanent numbness to nerves?

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

If you get : Frostbite, you can do permanent damage to your nerves.

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A 28-year-old female asked:

Is extubation after general anesthesia painfull.? or doctor will extub you when you completely awake.i am worried about extubation pain in awareness

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

Extubation should: Not be painful at all. Don't let that worry you.

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A 21-year-old male asked:

I am a type 1 diabetic and i have had symptoms of the stomach flu for almost 48 hours. i'm dehydrated but can't go to the e.r. and miss class. any tips?

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

You will need : To hydrate and make sure you have adequate sugar control. Things can spiral downward pretty quickly when you have diabetes with a superimposed infecti... Read More

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Dr. Quang Nguyen agrees1 doctor agrees

A 21-year-old female asked:

I have severe anxiety that causes me to have seizures, are there any natural yet effective ways to calm myself? i lose sleep & appetite, & even cry?

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

If you have : A seizure disorder, it should be thoroughly evaluated by a neurologist and you probably should consider anti-seizure medication. If that is insufficie... Read More

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Dr. Alan Ali and 2 doctors agree3 doctors agree

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A 49-year-old female asked:

How can i get treatment for hepatitis c with no insurance?

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

Find a : Free clinic or negotiate a self pay rate with a doctor's office and hospital.

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Dr. Ronald Achong agrees1 doctor agrees

A 24-year-old female asked:

Overdose- 3.5 mg of xanax, (alprazolam) 1mg of lorazepam, 100 mg of tramadol , 2 norco 20/650 and 50 mg of atarax. plus 3 cocktails. am i at risk of dying?

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

You've taken a lot: Of medications have additive effects. You should GI to the er for evaluation and observation. If you really need medication and aren't just using th... Read More

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A 26-year-old male asked:

Is im and screws removal done under local or general anesthetic. does it hurt ? violet uk

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

IM rod removal : Requires either a general or regional anesthesia. Sedation won't be enough.

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A 44-year-old female asked:

I'm 4 months post mesh ventral hernia repair and now my abdomen gets hard on my left side and causes pain in my left rib cage. is this normal?

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

Not clear : Where the hernia repair was on the abdomen vis a vis your pain. I recommend calling your surgeon. If you have severe pain, bowel obstruction, or fev... Read More

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A member asked:

How long after epidural anesthesia before you can feel your legs? im having surgery in a few weeks and the doctor wants to use an epidural for anesthesia. he explained that i wont be able to feel my legs for a while after, but wasnt too clear on how lo

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

It depends on the: Choice of local anesthetic. Some can be metabolized quickly, others take longer. Also, will you be using your epidural for post op pain control? That... Read More

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A 28-year-old female asked:

What should be the post op care after hysterolaproscopy?

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

Rest : And pain and nausea management for a day or two.

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A 30-year-old male asked:

Can i use muripocin for a yeast infection?

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

No: Muproprocin is an antibiotic and will be ineffective for treating a yeast infection.

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Dr. Milroy Samuel agrees1 doctor agrees

A 31-year-old male asked:

Can a sinus infection affect a stress test? echo perfect and stress test had abnormality? and is there a less invasive procedure than angiogram?

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

No: If you have an abnormal stress test, an angiogram is the right test to follow. Surprising findings at 31. Good luck.

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Dr. Pamela Pappas agrees1 doctor agrees

A 38-year-old female asked:

Can a person with autonomic dysfunction received versed for a colonoscopy? any risks?

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

If you have : Autonomic dysfunction, i would recommend and sedation be given to you by an anesthesiologist dedicated to your care rather than a nurse supervised by... Read More

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A 41-year-old member asked:

When your chest has a sharp pain and your arms go numb what does that mean?

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

It can mean many : Things, but the most concerning possibility would be an acute cardiac problem. See your doctor right away for an evaluation.

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A 35-year-old member asked:

What si the common side effects of the pain reliever hydrocodone?

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

Sedation: Nausea, constipation.

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Dr. Shah Chowdhury agrees1 doctor agrees

A 41-year-old female asked:

L4-5, s1 herniation, numbness down left leg for two years. have tried pt, massage, epidural injections and oral steroids. what else should i try?

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

You might : Consider seeing a neurosurgeon and discussing surgical options.

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Dr. Andrew Germanovich agrees1 doctor agrees

A 40-year-old female asked:

I have a headache for the pass couple of days..pain goes down to my neck.i took motrin nothing working..could be of new blood pressure pills?

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

It could be. : Call your doctor and get your blood pressure checked. He may want to make a change to your medication.

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A male asked:

What is loraapam and what does it do to the brain, is it a common sedative for surgery etc or is another better. ?

Anesthesiology 30 years experience

It is a : Benzodiazepine. An anxiolytic. It is not my first choice for operative anxiolytics because it lasts a long time and can delay recovery.

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