Is death a bit like general anesthesia?

I'm surprised that I'm the first anesthesiologist to answer this question. Unfortunately I disagree completely with the other answers. General anesthesia is nothing like death. At least, not unless you die while you are under. Anesthesia is a state defined by lack of consciousness, aka awareness. read more

General anesthesia is nothing like death. At least, not unless you die while you are under. Anesthesia is a state defined by lack of consciousness, aka awareness. There's a bit more to it ie amnesia, analgesia, lack of response to surgical stimulus. Your heart, lungs, kidneys and all other organs are still working. read more