Hey I'm 7 weeks post op and feeling great....my friends have been asking me to go out with them....I haven't seen them for so long because I was to ashamed to be out at my preop weight.....so is it way to soon for a drink????

Go!! I wouldn't necessarily drink at that stage because it was empty calories but that's just me. Alcohol is a slider so just be careful.

Wats a slider??? I'm not a big drinker but I would love to have a normal night out with friends....

Sliders are empty calories that you can comsume that can bypass your stomach without getting any nutritional value back. Ice cream, because it melts, alcohol, etc are some of these items.

I'm 7 weeks out too and tonight I want a drink...I miss my Clamato w grey goose vodka...I think I'm gonna go ahead and try it

Determined2lose:)

The social contact is really important for everyone so you should go. Part of what we are learning with our surgery is the discipline to handle these situations. Its good to be with friends.

My packet from my surgeon says to be careful with alcohol not only because it's a slider but also because you may get intoxicated quicker than you're used to. I still say go and have fun! (Just be mindful :-) )

I was told it can irritate your stomach and increase appetite. Mine recommends 3 months

Thanks for all the good info!!! I've decided to stay home tonight. Maybe next weekend!!!