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4 y.o scheduled for surgery but no pre-op tests were ordered? normal? how will i know he will not have allergic reaction to anesthesia?

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History: Unless you have a family history of adverse reactions to the muscle relaxant used in anesthesia, most anesthetic agents are safe if properly administered and monitored. True allergic reaction to anesthesia is very rare if present at all.

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Answered 5/12/2016

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A member asked:

4 y.o scheduled for surgery but no pre-op tests were ordered? normal? how will i know he will not have allergic reaction to anesthesia?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Chiu answered

Dr Altman and another doctor agreed

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