Allergic Reaction During Carpal Tunnel Release: An Overview
Most medicines are safe, but there is always the risk of having an adverse or allergic reaction.
This is true for all types of medicine, including the anesthesia that will be used for your
carpal tunnel surgery. Some examples of minor allergic reactions are itchy eyes, runny nose, or skin rashes. In some cases, people may have a serious reaction called "anaphylaxis," which can be fatal.
There is no way for your doctor to know if you will be allergic to medicines that you have never tried. However, your healthcare providers will try to find out as much information as they can to help prevent an allergic reaction. They will ask questions about medicines you are taking, your health in the past, and whether you have any existing
allergies. Please be sure to tell your healthcare providers about all of your allergies. This information will help your doctor and other healthcare providers choose the medicines that are best for you.
