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Does General Anesthesia Causes Running Nose?

hi, after general anesthesia, i woke up with a runny nose that has been running for over a day now. i m constantly blowing my nose and everytime i take a breath through my nose, my nose feels tingly inside (right side only) and then my eyes start to water and then my nose starts running. can this be due to the anesthesia? (i ve had anesthesia 2 times b4 in the past and this has never happened ) thank you, sk
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Hello,

I read carefully your query and understand your concern.

Yes,general anesthesia can cause runny nose.
Oxygen administered during the procedure can be very drying to the nasal membranes. 
The nasal membrane responds to this dryness by producing excess moisture. 
A runny nose is not uncommon after the procedure, and will subside once the moisture is restored.
Some patients experience a mild headache after the procedure.

Hope my answer was helpful.

If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.

Kind regards!

Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
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Does General Anesthesia Causes Running Nose?

Hello, I read carefully your query and understand your concern. Yes,general anesthesia can cause runny nose. Oxygen administered during the procedure can be very drying to the nasal membranes.  The nasal membrane responds to this dryness by producing excess moisture.  A runny nose is not uncommon after the procedure, and will subside once the moisture is restored. Some patients experience a mild headache after the procedure. Hope my answer was helpful. If you have further queries feel free to contact me again. Kind regards! Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi General &Family Physician