Patient's question:
Due to having my son undergo an inguinal hernia surgery, he was unconscious from anesthesia. He didn't wake up for three days. In terms of language and motor skills, he seemed to have reverted to the age of one. Is this situation a case of amnesia? Can anesthesia cause brain amnesia?Doctor's answer:
Hello. I'm glad to answer your question: The symptoms your child is experiencing may be due to anesthetic sensitivity or overdose leading to amnesia. It is recommended to seek medical attention at a higher-level hospital for examination and treatment. This situation requires a visit for diagnosis and treatment to determine if it is caused by excessive anesthesia. If the surgery was not long, they will generally regain consciousness within about two hours. It is necessary to visit for examination and treatment to identify the cause and provide symptomatic treatment. I hope my response is helpful to you.