Can Propofol cause a buzzing sensation in my lips?

Question

Hello doctor,

I received Propofol for my colonoscopy. As it was administered, my lips felt buzzy, as though an electrical current was passing through them. Is this an allergic reaction? Please advise.

Thank you.

Answer 1

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I read your query and understand your concern.

First of all, you need not get anxious because of this buzzy feeling you went through after you were given Propofol. Buzzy feel or electrical current feel is all part of any general anesthetic agent. Propofol is a very good medicine given by your physician to make you sleep during a colonoscopy (a medical procedure that allows a doctor to examine the inside of the large intestine). Some people can have this sort of buziness.

I hope that you get your answer.

Please let me know if you need any help.

Thank you.

Answer 2

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

Your query about Propofol causing a buzzy feel in the lips is a normal reaction to the medicine. It can occur anywhere in the body, but more commonly in the face, especially lips. So you can be sure that this reaction is not allergic.

I hope that you get your answer.

Please let me know if you need any help.

Thank you.