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Dr. Evans Amune, MD

Anesthesiologist

Dr. Evans Amune is an anesthesiologist practicing in Orlando, FL. Dr. Amune ensures the safety of patients who are about to undergo surgery. Anestesiologists specialize in general anesthesia, which will (put the patient to sleep), sedation, which will calm the patient or make him or her unaware of the situation, and regional anesthesia, which just numbs a specific part of the body. As an anesthesiologist, Dr. Amune also might help manage pain after an operation.
34 years Experience
Dr. Evans Amune, MD
  • Orlando, FL
  • Tver State Med Inst- Tver (Kalinin)- Russia
  • Accepting new patients

What are the disadvantages of epidural?

There are no true disadvantages. You could have complications that are very rare.

Is it normal to have high blood sugar after anesthesia?

No. You should check with a primary doctor.

What kind of anesthesia is used for delivery?

Delivery anesthesia depends on circumstances. A Neuro axial block such as epidural anesthesia is the most common. A Spinal anesthetic is common for C- section .
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What are the advantages of regional anesthesia?

Less stress on your heart and lungs, and you can choose to stay awake or sleep.

Can you drive after local anesthetic?

Yes in most cases . Depending on where it’s administered.

Are you conscious under anesthesia?

No. You are not conscious under anesthesia.

What type of anesthesia is used for liposuction?

Lipo could be done with monitored anesthesia care (MAC) or general anesthesia (GA).

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How does anesthesia work in the body?

Anesthesia interrupts pain signals in the brain and body and prevents the brain from remembering what happened during surgery!

Does local anesthesia make you act funny?

It should not if properly done. If some gets in your blood, you heart may race for a few minutes.

What type of sedation is used for an MRI?

Anywhere from oral to intravenous sedation to anesthesia, depending on anxiety level.

Are opioids used for anesthesia?

Yes. They are used as adjunct to your anesthetic and to control postoperative pain.
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Are there narcotics in anesthesia?

Anesthetics don’t have narcotics but they are used as adjuncts and pain reliever during your anesthesia.

How do you know if you are allergic to local anesthesia?

If you are concerned about local anesthetic allergy (which is very rare), your primary doctor can do an intradermal test in the office.

Can you have a bronchoscopy without sedation?

No. Your gag reflex has to be blunted

How do you get rid of a headache from anesthesia?

That should resolve spontaneously in 47-72hrs. If not consult a doctor.
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