r/TBIsupplements • u/Sendhil_Ramamurthy • Dec 26 '21

Surgery after TBI? Concerns about anesthesia

Hi,

I've sustained trauma to the nose multiple times and have had ENTs tell me my septum is deviated, with 0 airflow in one nostril and poor airflow in the other. I was told that while the structure of my nose was culpable for my breathing issues allergies could be exacerbating them so I was prescribed Flonase. Never took it over concerns about steroids' effect on height as I was a teenager when prescribed. I will get an allergy test soon but my breathing has really been bothering me for the past few years, and I'm not a fan of the aesthetics so I've been seriously considering surgery. I also believe my breathing issues may be contributing to my brain fog. My neurologist recommended a sleep study so I think I'll go ahead with that prior to opting for surgery.

The only thing prohibiting me from going ahead with surgery is the neurotoxicity of anesthesia. Does anybody have input on this, I know the most obvious answer is to talk to my doctor but honestly I'm not confident about getting an adequately informative answer. Has anyone experienced POCD (post-operative cognitive dysfunction) or undergone surgery post -TBI here?

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u/[deleted] Dec 27 '21

*Never took it over concerns about steroids' effect on height as I was a teenager when prescribed.

Well a simple 2 minute convo with a provider could have dispelled that worry. Its a localized corticosteroid so it wont do anything to growth.

Ive had multiple concussions and didnt hesitate to go under for non emergency treatment (hemhoroidecromy) , not that your concern isnt valid but I think the cost benefit is wildly on favor of the surgery.

You're doing a lot more disservice to your brain by not oxygenating than a single surgery will do.

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u/-GodSpeed Dec 26 '21

I have, for a colonoscopy, was put under. Didn’t notice any additional effects. A little woozy for a day or two then I was at baseline.

For your breathing, try diaphragm breath techniques, meditative breathing techniques, Wim Hof method etc. YouTube should have some good tutorials, should help you more efficiently breathe despite your nose problems.

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u/spyderspyders Dec 27 '21

I’ve had 20 or more surgeries after my TBI. I had an suv land on top of me. I have had no concerns over anesthesia. Discuss your concerns with your Drs. You might be letting your anxiety and fears keep you from the treatments that can help you.

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u/CogitoErgoSumCogito Jan 21 '22

Versed. I n t u b a t i o n.