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How soon can you drink coffee after having heart valve surgery?

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Soon: Usually you can drink coffee as early as you can eat or drink anything else. If you have arrhythmias post-operatively, we recommend not drinking caffeinated products however.

Answered 8/3/2019

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Dr. Creighton Wright answered

Specializes in surgery

Soon: Up to surgeon and team. When taking oral feedings would likely include if desired.

Answered 3/26/2013

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Usually, very soon: Usually, once you are able to to take thin liquids, which for most people is the next day after surgery. Sometimes patients have problems swallowing (usually temporary), which can delay coffee for a bit.

Answered 6/25/2014

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