Dr. Paul J Fronapfel M.D.
Anesthesiologist
200 Providence Rd Suite 101 Charlotte NC, 28207About
Dr. Paul Fronapfel is an anesthesiologist practicing in Charlotte, NC. Dr. Fronapfel 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. Fronapfel also might help manage pain after an operation.
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AnesthesiologyAmerican Board of AnesthesiologyABA
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Is it normal to have anxiety after anesthesia?
I wouldn’t say ‘normal’, but not impossible either. READ MORE
Do you dream under anesthesia?
Possibly, but most people don’t remember anything so we don’t know for sure. READ MORE
How can I flush anesthesia out of my system?
Deep breaths and hydrate well. Not much else to do. READ MORE
How do you detox your body from anesthesia?
Everything will be metabolized and excreted. There is no need to do anything special. READ MORE
Is general anesthesia safe for a 4 year old for dental work?
This is a bit of a loaded question. General anesthesia is very safe if administered by the right people (I. E. Anesthesiologist +/- CRNA). Personally, I never let my kids be anesthetized by a dentist. READ MORE
Why do they put you to sleep for a colonoscopy?
It’s not necessary, but makes it easier for both parties. READ MORE
What are the side effects of a nerve block?
The nerve block makes you numb. The side effects depend on where the nerve block is performed. READ MORE
Is it normal to have difficulty breathing after dental anesthesia?
This question is very difficult to answer without knowing more details of what you received, the timing and nature of your breathing difficulties, your medical history, etc. you should seek urgent care or Emergency room help if you are having difficulties breathing. READ MORE
Why can't I urinate after anesthesia?
A few factors related to anesthesia can cause this. Some medications, types of anesthesia (especially spinal or epidurals), and large amounts of IV fluid, as well as the stress of surgery, can all contribute. If you are unable to urinate and your bladder is uncomfortably distended, you should go to an urgent care or ER to get a catheter inserted to drain the urine. This would rarely need to be done more than once. READ MORE
Do they put you to sleep for elbow surgery?
It’s an option to go to sleep and/or do a nerve block and sedation. READ MORE
What are the side effects of novocaine?
Unless it’s injected into your bloodstream, just numbness. READ MORE
How long does it take for lidocaine to wear off?
Generally 30-45 minutes. But there are several other local anesthetics that can last much longer! READ MORE
Can you have anesthesia with an irregular heartbeat?
Yes READ MORE
Can local anaesthetic affect your heart?
Yes, if injected into the bloodstream or absorbed too quickly. READ MORE
How long does it take to recover from a nerve block?
It depends on the medication used in the block and what block was performed. Anywhere from a couple of hours to 36 hours. READ MORE
Can spinal anesthesia cause back pain?
Yes, but not typically anything severe or long lasting READ MORE
Can a spinal block cause any damage?
Theoretically, yes, but practically, no. It’s extremely rare to have any permanent or significant issues. A spinal headache is about 1/1000 chance. Honestly I’ve never seen nerve damage from a spinal. You might have a tiny bit of tenderness at the site for a day or two. READ MORE
Are elective procedures requiring anesthesia being postponed?
In a few states. Not in NC READ MORE
Is general anesthesia safe for 3 year olds?
Yes. READ MORE
Do they put you to sleep for elbow surgery?
You can have your choice of a nerve block with no sedation all the way to a general anesthetic or any combination or mix in between. READ MORE
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