Nausea and vomiting are common after general anesthesia and can be treated with medicine. General anesthesia can make it hard to urinate because it affects bladder muscles. See a healthcare provider ...

A new study found no link between the duration and depth of anesthesia and the subsequent risk of developing cancer, according to a study published in the Oct. 2011 issue of Anesthesia & Analgesia.

Anesthesia Risks Should be Discussed for Children SmartTots, a collaborative effort between the Anesthesia Research Society and the FDA, released a statement saying anesthesia for children is a ...

The use of general anesthesia during cesarean deliveries is associated with an increased risk for postpartum depression (PPD) that necessitates hospitalization as well as a risk for suicidality, ...

Experts report that modern anesthesia supports calm, controlled recovery rather than dramatic or unusual reactions.

As marijuana use grows more common, a review from Durham, N.C.-based Duke University School of Medicine warns it can make surgeries and procedures riskier. The review, published in the October 2025 ...

European medical officials advised patients taking GLP-1 weight loss and diabetes drugs who will be sedated for an upcoming surgery to warn their doctors about their medication use to avoid the risk ...

Anesthesia allergy is rare but can cause serious problems, like trouble breathing or a skin rash, during surgery. If you've had allergies or serious reactions before, tell your doctor before you get ...