Is it safe for someone with Tourette's Syndrome to get General Anesthesia?

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Ask the surgeon/dentist performing the operation what they recommend, and if you are on any medications, ask the doctor who prescribes them what, if any, medications you should not take with them.

Neurological disorders, just like anything else, can be affected by any sort of medication you take, including annethesia. If you are concerned, ask the doctor who is treating you for Tourette Syndrome.

It is worth noting, however, that Tourette Syndrome is generally not as serious as many other neurological conditions such as multiple sclerosis, parkinson's disease, or epilepsey.

Just asking your doctors what to do should insure your comfort and safety.

As far as needles go, I understand. I used to absolutely dread getting shots until once, I had a reaction that I had to have an IV for, and that was the first time I was glad to see a needle, because that meant I was getting the treatment that would stop the pain.

Think of it like this: you're going to have your wisdom teeth removed, general annesthesia or not. They're going to use needles and all manner of other sharp devices in your mouth first to numb, then remove your teeth.

IV's do not hurt much at all; it's really the dread itself that's worse than the little needle. By the way, once a needle is in, as far as an IV goes, you don't feel it at all if it's properly placed.

If you're anxious about having your wisdom teeth removed, you can try doing relaxation before you go in to the office to help you feel less nervous. Incidentally, relaxation is also shown to improve symptoms of Tourette Syndrome to a certain degree....Show more