General Anesthesia vs. Sedation

General anesthesia is a medically induced, reversible state where you are completely unconscious and unaware of your surroundings, typically used for major surgeries. It involves medications that affect your brain and body, requiring careful monitoring. Sedation, on the other hand, relaxes you and relieves anxiety, but you remain conscious or lightly asleep, often used for minor procedures. The depth of sedation varies—from minimal, where you're relaxed, to deep, where you might not remember the procedure. Both are administered by healthcare professionals to ensure safety, with the main difference being the level of consciousness and bodily awareness during the procedure.