Ataxia (SCA) and narcotic drugs at an operation

[jurgen]

does any of you have info on the

affects of narcotic drugs

[HarryB Administrator]

Hi Jurgen

For anyone who doesn't know, narcotics are powerful painkillers and as well as reducing pain can make you drowsy and alter your mood/behaviour. They are often used after an operation to reduce pain. Examples include morphine and pethidine.

Are you referring to a particular narcotic Jurgen?

Harriet

[february]

I agree with all that HarryB said. One thing I would add is narcotic drugs are powerful and highly addicting. If you must take one, be careful of amount you take and don't take it for too long. Only take a narcotic drug under the orders of a reputable doctor and only as directed. Be mindful of the addicting side effect! ;o)

[jurgen]

well, my sort of nightmare-question:

do narcotic drugs as used at an operation

affect people like me suffering from SCA ?

Regards

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I would think your Neurologist would be the best person to answer that question. Me personally? I`d steer well clear of them shipmate

[jurgen]

due to very competent doctors and due to my stressing that I

was suffering from SCA I "got away"

Regards

[HarryB Administrator in reply to jurgen]

Hi Jurgen

That is great news. I hope you are making a good recovery.

Best Wishes

Harriet