Understanding and managing pain after an operation

Understanding and managing pain after an operation

Information for adult patients and their caregivers. Why it is important and how to treat pain at home after an operation.

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Headache after epidural or spinal anesthesia

Headache after epidural or spinal anesthesia

Very rarely, a severe headache called 'post dural puncture pain' may occur after receiving an epidural or spinal anaesthesia. How is? Which is the treatment? Can it have long-term consequences?

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Caring for someone recovering from general anesthesia or sedation

Caring for someone recovering from general anesthesia or sedation

You have been asked to take a family member or friend home to care for you after you have received sedation or a procedure under general anesthesia. This section gives you general information about what to do and what not to do while you are recovering and what to expect. This should help you plan for your post-op,

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Nausea and vomiting after the operation

Nausea and vomiting after the operation

This section explains the causes of nausea and vomiting that can occur after anesthesia and surgery, what can be done to prevent it from occurring, and the treatments available if it happens to you.

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