Is this normal or not okay?

[Kawaiigurl1234]

I have experienced a strong fear to sedation. It has been bad to the point where I have trouble going or. staying asleep sometimes. I would break down into tears whenever I have images or see pictures. I don't think it's a phobia because I don't get panic attack or anything like that. So is it normal? I have also ask a few questions on here and another place about my fear. People have even asked me if I go to therapy. I have even tried to see if I could avoid sedation for surgery (wisdom teeth removal). I even revealed if I couldn't I would avoid it all together. Is this normal or not?

It's normal.

Not it isn't.

[dogbert444]

It's quite normal to be scared. I openly have a needle phobia. I know I have. My first big test for several years is coming up shortly. I am having surgery later this month under a GA. I'm more scared of that than the actual op!

[Kawaiigurl1234]

I don't think I have a phobia tho.

[dogbert444]

It could be you are simply frightened of not being in control. Of losing the sense of reality we all have. I had a nasty spot removed from my neck a couple of years ago, the local scared me. Needle phobia again, but you seem to be concerned with being unconscious. It's also natural to be tearful. Don't be ashamed, there are loads of people like you, but so many are just too scared to admit it

[Kawaiigurl1234]

That is what I am afraid of. I have had many surgeries. Although I don't remember the first few but the most recent one I was scared. I afraid that I can't escape or like I said I don't have control of my actions.

[dogbert444]

I understand. The way I look at it is it's going to be unpleasant, but after I will soon be the person I should be. Free of pain for the first time in weeks. To be able to walk long distances again. To be able to run along the seafront. to be free from the worry that I'm going to make it worse.

It's all worth it in the end!!

[Kawaiigurl1234]

If it were up to me (I was 7). I would avoid it all together. Know my dentist recommend that O get them removed. Not getting them done isn't a life or death situation, so I will avoid it all together.

[jacquesvol]

It's normal to be a bit scared about medical acts you don't know or understand.
Fear of sedation could also be related to the fear of losing control over what happens to you.

[Kawaiigurl1234]

That and I couldn't escape if I wanted to.

[Anonymous]

So whatshould changed in your life

[Kawaiigurl1234]

What do you mean?

[Opinion Owner]

Never mind

[Kawaiigurl1234]

I don't mind. I just didn't know what you were saying.

[Opinion Owner]

Ya and I mess read

[Kawaiigurl1234]

Oh. Okay