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Does drinkng slow down recovery from surgery?

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Dr. Wenjay Sung answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Alcohol: Yes, drinking alcohol will slow down recovery from surgery. Period.

Dr Parvez agreed

Answered 9/15/2013

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