Propofol
anesthesia
"Dec.6,2013 I had a screening colonoscopy. Propofol was the agent used for sedation. I had an adverse reaction to the medication.  I was paralyzed, but not sedated. I knew every time they moved me. I knew what they were talking about. I understood everything, I just could NOT move, speak or even open my eyes.  I was able to get enough "oomph" to say "hurts" and someone said "You shouldn't even be feeling that" and I said "hurts bad".  I am just thankful this was during a relatively minor procedure instead of something like heart/lung surgery.  I guess someone gave me a little more after I spoke b/c the next thing I remember is someone's panicky voice saying "I can't get her oxygen up!" over and over again. I survived, but barely I think."