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I had appendix operation what will be 10 days ago on sat it was straight forward . can i drink achcohol on sat as had plans for a bottle of red wine ?

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Probably: However, you should avoid mixing narcotic pain medication with alcohol. Check with your surgeon to find out what you have for pain meds if there is a doubt.

Answered 3/6/2013

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Dr. Randall Zuckerman answered

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Yes: No problem as long as you are not on pain medication with narcotic in it.

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