Question 1

when can i drink after surgery?

Accepted Answer

Ask your surgeon: This is an important question, one that deserves an answer from the surgeon. Postoperative diet advice depends on the type of surgery &amp; the type of anesthesia provided.

Question 2

when after surgery do i have to wait to drink?

Accepted Answer

DEPENDS: If you've had gastric surgery, especially with resection and anastomosis, you may be keep off fluids for 2-3 days. We usually allow ice and popsicles. Otherwise, as soon as your alert enough to not choke, you should be able to at  least enjoy sips of water and other clear liquids. But, as always , you need to clarify your restrictions with your surgeon.

Question 3

does drinking and smoking slow down recovery from surgery?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes, it does.  And i'm pretty sure you already knew that.  But here's your confirmation.  Drinking and smoking will delay recovery after surgery.  Period.

Question 4

is it safe for me to drink 2 months after a hemicolectemy surgery ?

Accepted Answer

Moderation: If your operation was uncomplicated, then a small amount of alcohol should not be a problem, provided you drink responsibly. However, if you are having surgical complications, the answer may be different and you should discuss this issue with your doctor.

Question 5

can i drink alcohal after gama knife surgery how many time it takes to destroy the tumor?

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Gamma knife almost: Always means a single session...The action may take weeks to months to assess regression and assess for other lesions. I would be very cautious about alcohol and not grant permision unless it is granted by your neurosurgeon and radiation oncologist.

Question 6

above my bellybutton the pain after incarcerated abd wall surgery when ever i eat or drink. very painful?

Accepted Answer

Call surgeon: Pain after a surgery, especially in the area of the surgery, needs to be addressed to the surgeon as they need to know and will be the best ones to help you.

Question 7

i had surgery once before for gyno. and its been four years and its been growing back.how do i stop it?i don't smoke , drink, orsmoke weed?

Accepted Answer

????: You had surgery before "for gyno" -- and "its been growing back"?  I'm not sure what's growing back . . . But you could follow-up with the physician who previously worked with you.  Ask what s/he advises about your situation.  Or, you could see another "gyno" for a second opinion if you like.  Good luck.

Question 8

is it okay to drink alcohol before surgery?

Accepted Answer

No!: It is never ok to drink alcohol before surgery no matter how nervous you may legitimately feel. Alcohol makes the platelets less effective so you are more likely to bleed for a longer period of time during surgery. This raises the risk of complications. Also, alcohol can mess up your chemistry (electrolytes) which can cause problems with anesthesia &amp; breathing support also increasing complications

Question 9

can i drink milk after oral surgery?

Accepted Answer

Cold: Sure. I would recommend perhaps a milkshake as it is cold. Avoid using a straw for the first 24 hours as this may cause bleeding or loss of the initial blood clot.

Question 10

can you drink the night before you have lasik surgery?

Accepted Answer

Not contraindicated: Drinking alcohol the night before surgery does not impact the surgery in any way.

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