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jillbean1217
Joined: 04 Jul 2008
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 Posted: Tue Aug 31, 2010 1:38 am Post subject: Prescription for Depressants |
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| Kinda weird question here. I'm getting Lasek done on my eyes in mid September. The issue is that I have an EXTREME eye phobia. I'm also prone to panic attacks, and I'm really afraid that I'm going to freak out before/during the surgery. I've tried to talk to the doctor, but I've only gotten answers like, "Don't worry, the doctor will control you" and "No, we can't give you anything. Actually, that is very bad for your mental health." What's bad for my mental health is having a suction cup stuck onto my eye, that's what. I'm seriously getting sweaty palms just thinking about it. I know, why get lasek then? Because I'm so tired of being completely dependent on my glasses, and I can't wear contacts because I'm too afraid to put them in. Anyway, long story short, does anyone know of a place where I could get a prescription for xanax/valium/some kind of sedative? I don't want to have to prove my mental state or anything like that, I really only need a script for one or two, just enough to get me through the surgery. Any suggestions? |
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Hotwire
Joined: 29 Aug 2010
Location: Multiverse
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| Posted: Tue Aug 31, 2010 3:27 am Post subject: |
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Ask the clinic.
The meds you're talking about could well impair the surgery or put you at risk. |
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jillbean1217
Joined: 04 Jul 2008
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| Posted: Tue Aug 31, 2010 4:09 am Post subject: |
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I did ask them. They said, "It is possible, but I will have to talk to the doctor, because it is not good for your mental health. I think the doctor can control your emotions, so don't worry." Giving some kind of sedative for lasek is not that uncommon back in the states.
From http://joyoflasik.com/booksite/page5/page5.html
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7-5. What is the purpose of giving a sedative prior to LASIK?
Usually, a small amount of a mild sedative, like Valium, is given by mouth before LASIK. The ideal sedative relaxes the patient, but does not make them groggy. The idea is to be alert but not anxious. If too much sedation is used, the patient may not be able to follow instructions given by the doctor or the doctor�s staff. |
There's tons of information on the internet about the safety of using such things during this surgery, and in fact, it is usually given. Korea just has a hangup about using such things....even in warranted situations. |
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