I had my roux en y bypass on October 31, 2014. There are many things I'd like to touch on, but I'd thought I'd start with the one thing I've been curious about most - alcohol. I am not a stranger to drinking, My 20's were a whirlwind but I've become much more of a sporadic, social drinker in my 30's and I haven't a drop since August 2014. My mom had the same surgery 5 years ago and her experience with alcohol was overwhelming. She says she had a sip of wine and immediately held onto the table because she felt out-of-control drunk, however my mom has never been much of drinker.
I'm wondering if drinking any amount of alcohol does any damage to my pouch. I have a feeling I won't be as affected as my mom was with her one sip, but I'm nervous about attempting any alcohol because: 1. I don't think I'll have much of an issue and could get carried away and 2. fear that it may cause actual damage to my new stomach.
Anyone have idea? Experiences with alcohol post-surgery?
