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Dr. Sylvia Rodriguez Elias, MD

Anesthesiologist

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Dr. Sylvia Rodriguez Elias, MD
  • Manati, Puerto Rico
  • Accepting new patients

What is the anesthetic of choice for a cardiac patient?

I recommend you see your cardiologist before your surgery. There are certain drugs we prefer for cardiac patients.

Does everyone act weird after anesthesia?

Some people could present personality changes after general anesthesia or IV sedation. Adverse drug reaction.

Why is my mother acting confused after anesthesia?

Certain drugs could affect behavior, especially the elderly.

Why should you not drink alcohol after anesthesia?

General anesthetics are almost metabolized by the liver. Drinking etoh could lead to liver impairment.

How do you detox after general anesthesia?

Rest, plenty of water, no alcohol, no smoking, no drugs, plenty of fruits and vegetables, and multivitamins.

Can you wear contacts for a short anesthesia procedure?

My recomendation is no. During anesthesia eyes sectetion could be less. And dryness can produce corneal lessions

Can you eat before dental anesthesia?

No. You should be fasting 8 hrs.

Is it normal to get headaches after surgery?

Yes. Headache is a common complaint.

How long does anesthesia affect you after surgery?

You could be free of anesthesia effects in some hours, 2-3 hrs. There are people that need more. Saw cases up to 24 hrs. You shouldn't sign any legal paper in 24hrs.

Why can't my son sleep after anesthesia?

General anesthetics could be disturbing in very old and in very young. Agitation, panic, and nightmares could occur, but will be fine in some days. Consult a pediatrician if they READ MORE
General anesthetics could be disturbing in very old and in very young. Agitation, panic, and nightmares could occur, but will be fine in some days. Consult a pediatrician if they persist more than 24 hours.

How long after anesthesia can you drink water?

If you are not vomiting in 2 or 3 hours, you can drink water.

Can anesthesia cause panic attacks?

Yes. Certain psychiatric problems get worst due to anesthesia drugs.

Does anesthesia make your heart rate slow?

Yes. There are drugs that can cause your heart go slow or bradicardic

Can anesthesia cause an irregular heartbeat?

Sometimes there are arytmias under gen anesthesia and are normal for us

Does anesthesia affect heart rate?

Yes. Some drugs give you tachicardia others bradicardia.

How is general anesthesia given to kids?

I try always to start an IV access so induction could be easy done. If we couldn't start IV access, then inhalation by mask is selected. The goal is to make the experience less READ MORE
I try always to start an IV access so induction could be easy done. If we couldn't start IV access, then inhalation by mask is selected. The goal is to make the experience less traumatic as possible. There is a local anesthesia, Emla, that helps with kids. Ask your doctor.

How long does the epidural procedure take?

All depends. If the patient is overweight or has an anomaly in the lumbar spine, it could be more time. But usually in an expert's hands, it could be minutes.

What anesthesia is used for people over the age of 80?

Anesthesia is not decided by age. It's important to consider the patient's condition and procedure.