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  • July 29, 2026 at 10:56 am #27306 Reply
    george_papas
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    I wonder what waking up after anesthesia feels like. 😵 Is it normal to feel groggy or confused?

    Waking up from anesthesia: what to expect

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    Feeling Note
    Grogginess 😴 Very normal, fades gradually
    Throat soreness 😖 From airway tube
    Nausea 🤢 Common, treatable
    Confusion 🌀 Especially in older adults, monitored
    • Tell staff how you feel
    • Take it slow
    • Have someone at home with you

    What was waking up from surgery like for you? 🛏️

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