Orlando, FL
A 40-year-old male asked:
While recovering after a knee surgery, sleeping off anesthesia, i woke up to a nurse helping me dress, i realized that i had made a bowel movement! help!
4 doctor answers • 14 doctors weighed in
Dr. Boris Aronzonanswered
Anesthesiology 26 years experience
Behind: It already happened. Move on , send a thank you card to recovery room. You were sedated and could not control the situation.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
5.4k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Dr. James Henninganswered
Anesthesiology 52 years experience
Residual Anesthesia?: If you'd received a spinal or epidural anesthetic any residual anesthesia may have weakened the muscles controlling your bowel function...Temporarily. All anesthetic like this wear off quickly. Don't feel embarrassed! it happens all the time. No worries!
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
5.4k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Dr. Robert Luedeckeanswered
Anesthesiology 42 years experience
Sh_t happens: While anesthetized, we are not responsible for what we say or what we do. While it is not common to have a bowel movement during anesthesia, it sometimes happens and it is not your fault. It was not pleasant for you, but the nurse considered it nothing unusual. Sometime these things happen.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
5.3k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Dr. Richard Pollardanswered
Anesthesiology 32 years experience
Don't worry: Sometimes the pain medications after surgery will make you very relaxed and comfortable. In this situation the even you experienced is not us usual. We would never tell anyone about this.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
5.2k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Last updated Jun 11, 2018
People also asked
Connect with a U.S. board-certified doctor by text or video anytime, anywhere.
24/7 visits - just $44!
50% off with $19/month membership
Disclaimer:
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.