Do you pee under general anesthesia?

No, you generally don't pee voluntarily under general anesthesia because the drugs paralyze your bladder muscles and block the signals to your brain, but your bladder still fills; therefore, doctors often insert a urinary catheter to drain urine during long surgeries, or you might have difficulty urinating afterward.

Is it normal to pee yourself under anesthesia?

Yes, it's quite common and normal to have bladder control issues, including leaking or inability to pee, under or after anesthesia because anesthetic drugs can temporarily affect nerve signals to the bladder and relax muscles, but it usually resolves as drugs wear off. Doctors expect this, often use catheters, and will address it if you can't urinate for several hours post-surgery, but don't worry, they've seen it before. 

Do doctors wear diapers during surgery?

No, surgeons generally do not wear diapers during surgery; it's not standard practice, and they usually manage bathroom needs by limiting fluids, taking planned breaks, or having the team cover for them while they quickly exit, re-scrub, and re-gown, although some surgeons might use a Foley catheter or take extreme measures for incredibly long cases. While the idea appears in fiction, real surgeons manage breaks, often by strategically timing them or having assistants step in, as taking a break is feasible, though a distraction. 

Do they cover your private parts during surgery?

Yes, your private parts are covered during surgery using sterile surgical drapes, with only the necessary area exposed for the procedure, ensuring both patient dignity and sterility, though you'll change into a gown and may need to remove underwear for some procedures, and some patients use special undergarments for comfort, note Healio and Liv Hospital, say National Institutes of Health (NIH) | (.gov) and WebMD. 

Does anesthesia stop you from going to the bathroom?

Unfortunately, constipation is a common side effect of surgery. It can happen for a few different reasons: the anesthesia used during the procedure, pain medications you're taking or how much and what you're eating and drinking.

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How to pee after general anesthesia?

Catheterization. However, if you can't pee after surgery, a urinary catheter is the best treatment for a full bladder that does not respond to repeated attempts to urinate. 3 Your healthcare provider may recommend a catheter, even if you didn't need one during your procedure.

How do they wake you up from general anesthesia?

They wake you up from general anesthesia by gradually reducing or stopping the anesthetic medications as surgery ends, allowing your body to clear them, while the anesthesiologist monitors your vital signs and breathing, potentially giving reversal drugs for muscle relaxants, and removing the breathing tube (if used) once you're stable, leading to a slow recovery of consciousness in the recovery room.
 

Can doctors see if you touch urself?

No, doctors generally cannot tell if you've been touching yourself (masturbating) through a physical exam; they can't see signs of arousal or activity unless there's an injury, and it's crucial to be honest with them about sexual activity so they can provide proper care, as they need that information for health screenings and advice, not judgment. Brain studies show the brain processes self-touch differently than being touched by others, and physical signs are minimal or non-existent for a doctor to notice. 

Do ladyboys get bottom surgery?

Yes, transgender women (often referred to as "ladyboys" in some contexts, particularly in Thailand where medical tourism is popular for these procedures) can and do get bottom surgery, most commonly Vaginoplasty, a procedure to create a vulva and vagina, sometimes with orchiectomy (testicle removal). These surgeries aim to align physical appearance and function with gender identity, often improving quality of life and alleviating dysphoria, with techniques like penile-inversion vaginoplasty being common.
 

Do they shave pubic hair before surgery?

For vaginal surgery, shaving the pubic hair is not necessary; however, it is advisable that you trim your hair.

What are the top 3 riskiest surgeries?

Which Surgical Procedures Are the Most Dangerous?

• Brain surgery. One of the most dangerous procedures is any type of surgery on the brain or skull. ...
• Heart surgery. ...
• Cancer surgery. ...
• Transplants. ...
• Spinal cord surgery. ...
• What if my doctor made a mistake during my surgery?

Which surgeon had a 300% mortality rate?

The surgeon associated with the infamous 300% mortality rate is Dr. Robert Liston, a renowned 19th-century Scottish surgeon known for his incredible speed before anesthesia, though a particular leg amputation resulted in three deaths: the patient (gangrene), his assistant (infection from a sliced finger), and a bystander (shock). This unique event, where more people died than were directly operated on (3 out of 1), cemented his legacy as both a medical pioneer and a cautionary tale from the pre-anesthesia era.
 

What is the diaper rule?

Parents should plan to change their baby's diaper about every 2 hours during the day, immediately after a poop, and before long sleep stretches. These guidelines apply to both cloth and disposable diapers to help prevent leaks, rashes, and discomfort.

What is the 21 second pee rule?

The "21-second pee rule" stems from a Georgia Tech study finding most mammals (over 3kg) empty their bladders in about 21 seconds, due to a consistent urethra length-to-width ratio, but it serves as a guideline for humans: urinating much faster might mean you're not full, while taking significantly longer (e.g., 30+ seconds) can signal holding it too long, potentially overstretching the bladder and affecting function. It's a fun concept for bladder health, but not a strict medical mandate, suggesting you should be emptying a full bladder in a reasonable amount of time, not a split second or forever. 

How long until I poop after anesthesia?

It typically takes a few days (2-5) to poop after anesthesia as your gut "wakes up," but this varies, with many experiencing no bowel movement for up to 48-72 hours due to anesthesia and pain meds slowing gut movement. Passing gas is a good sign, but if no bowel movement occurs after a few days, especially with opioid use, you may need stool softeners or laxatives for relief, with stimulant laxatives working within hours and stool softeners taking days. 

Why do they strap your arms down during surgery?

They strap your arms down during surgery for patient safety, preventing you from falling off the table, causing serious nerve damage, or accidentally hitting staff, while also keeping you in the precise position needed for the surgeon to operate effectively and safely access the surgical site. These restraints, often using padded armboards and Velcro straps, stabilize your limbs, ensuring they don't move, slip, or get injured from pressure or falls while you're under anesthesia.
 

What is the regret rate for transitioning people?

Evidence suggests that less than 1% of transgender people who undergo gender-affirming surgery report regret.

Has a transwoman ever given birth?

Pregnancy is not yet possible for transgender women who lack a uterus capable of supporting gestation. As of 2019, uterus transplantation has not been successfully performed in transgender women. The Danish transgender painter Lili Elbe died in 1931 from immune rejection following a uterus transplant operation.

What does male to female bottom surgery feel like?

After MTF bottom surgery, patients experience initial significant pain, swelling, and numbness, which gradually improves as nerves regenerate, often leading to heightened erogenous sensation, clitoral orgasms, and reduced gender dysphoria, though recovery involves diligent dilation and patience for sensation to return, with most reporting high sexual satisfaction despite temporary discomfort. 

Can doctors tell if you came?

Generally, doctors can't tell if you've ejaculated or had recent sexual activity just by looking during a routine exam; there are no permanent physical signs, but residual semen or signs of irritation from penetrative sex might be noticed, though they don't confirm ejaculation, and a specific semen detection test requires lab analysis of a sample. For medical tests like Pap smears, semen can interfere, so it's important to inform your doctor about recent sexual activity. 

How many times a day is too much jerking?

There's no "normal" amount of masturbation.

But it's not how many times you masturbate in a week (or day) that really matters, says Logan Levkoff, PhD, a sexologist and sex educator. It's how it fits into your life. If you masturbate many times a day and have a healthy, satisfying life, good for you.

Can doctors tell if you've been penetrated?

Most of the time, a doctor can't tell if a girl has had sex just from a pelvic exam (and doctors don't usually do a pelvic exam unless there's a sign of a problem). But you should let your doctor know if you've had sex anyway. Why? Having sex puts a person at risk for STDs as well as unplanned pregnancy.

What is the 2 4 6 rule for anesthesia?

The 2-4-6 rule for anesthesia is a guideline for preoperative fasting, indicating how long patients should abstain from food and drink before surgery to prevent aspiration (inhaling stomach contents): 2 hours for clear liquids, 4 hours for breast milk, and 6 hours for formula or light meals, with heavier meals requiring longer (often 8+). This evidence-based rule, established by the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA), replaces older "NPO after midnight" mandates, allowing for shorter, safer fasting times for most healthy patients. 

How does anesthesia put you to sleep so fast?

Anesthesia works so fast by delivering powerful drugs directly into your bloodstream (IV) or lungs (gas), which rapidly travel to the brain to block nerve signals, essentially hijacking the brain's natural sleep circuits and shutting down communication between brain regions, leading to quick unconsciousness, memory loss, and pain blocking, notes BrainFacts. Agents like Propofol quickly activate inhibitory neurons (GABA receptors), overwhelming the brain's excitatory signals, creating a state similar to a coma rather than natural sleep, allowing surgeons to work safely. 

Do they take the breathing tube out before you wake up?

They usually take the breathing tube out (extubation) just as you're waking up or right after surgery, but before you're fully alert, so it happens while you're still sleepy and less aware of the sensation, though some patients might be awake if their condition allows. The anesthesiologist gradually reduces anesthesia, and once your vital signs are stable and you're breathing well on your own, they remove the tube quickly, often in the operating room, to minimize discomfort.