Hi Lilypad. I too have gotten sick from anesthesia but now I always tell them and they give me something but have had no problems in a long time. So make sure you tell the anesthesiaist this before surgery. I come to mayo on the 2lst of June. I have to have a test for the virus and that has to be done 48 hours before they can do any testing or whatever on me. Don't know if its the same for everyone or not. I will send you my phone number and if feel up to it, would come and meet you on the 2lst for a short Hello......... smiles and prayers Joan