Anesthetized

What does "Anesthetized" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Anesthetized" refers to a state where a person is unable to feel pain because they have been given an anesthetic. Anesthetics are drugs used to either numb a specific area of the body or to make a person unconscious during surgery. When a person is anesthetized, they are temporarily unable to feel sensation, which helps to make medical procedures more comfortable and less distressing.

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