Need help guys urgent

[lose2win 32]

Yesterday I had regular coffee from Ms Donald's without sugar instead of Decaf I actually forgot while ordering it as I was on the phone.. I am freaking out I am 8 days post op.

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[lilbearzmom 584]

You would probably know by now if it irritated your sleeve. Also, I hear the reason why they don't want you having caffeine is because it's an appetite stimulant. There are lots of people on here who drink coffee. Just avoid it from now on- no harm done.

-Kendra

[kyllfalcon 768]

If it hasn't killed you yet, it likely won't

And they say caffeine is a diuretic and can cause trouble with dehydration.

But one cup isn't something to be concerned about.

A few weeks ago I picked my one-mug-a-day back up, without guilt or worry. But I'm 10 months out. However, I did drink Click caffeinated Protein Drinks throughout the early days, and the caffeine did not kill me. It was not off limits by my doctor's rules. I used the Click to get extra Protein simultaneously with the caffeine. Got sick of it, went back to real coffee. Love it, just once a day.

[No game 14,436]

I think the only mistake you made was buying your coffee from McDonalds

But seriously I stopped for awhile but now we just buy I pack of regular Beans and one pack of Decaf beans and mix them..

[Mason 122]

Each physician has his/her own set of post-op instructions. I was allowed to drink caffeinated coffee from day 7, the same time I could add milk to my diet. I've been having about three-quarter's of a mug of coffee every morning for the past 28 days without incident.

[NurseGrace 509]

You won't die, most likely.

Just pay attention next time, your stomach might hurt. If you are really concerned about it go ahead and call your surgeon.

[NewBegin56 7]

My Dr allows regular coffee once you're out of the hospital as long as you are staying hydrated. That's the main concern with caffeine.

[takroom 192]

Don't freak OUT!!! It's ok, again, as previously posted, every Dr's set of post-op instructions differs, I was allowed coffee (but I only drink mine with sugar & lots of flavored creamer) so I avoid it now.

[abetterme4.2 268]

You'll be fine. If in doubt, please call your dr's office and/or NUT.

coffee has been allowed since the day I left the hospital. I haven't drank any, only a small drink of my husbands cold coffee just to get the taste.

I would say, be sure to drink a little extra Water to compensate for the diuretic effect.

[ashelaine 382]

I had coffee the morning I was allowed liquids in the hospital- I was also allowed tea. My doc is pretty strict about things as well. You would know by now if something was going to cause issue!

[Pookeyism 1,143]

I think you will be ok - take an antacid, and avoid MCDonalds coffee!!!! It is really acidic. I drink coffee ALOT, from all over the world, and mcDonalds (pre-surgery) gave me heartburn.

One other suggestion: ditch morning drive thru! Alot of people here have stories to tell that start " I didnt eat the drive through/fast food for so long, but one morning I was getting (juice/coffee/milk/tea, etc) and then I ordered (fill in greasy, trans fat, and habitual eating)"

[Shubox 45]

Ya I had coffee in the hospital 2 days after surgery your all good lol

[mrchris 98]

Yep nothing to worry about... In fact yes caffeine is a diuretic but the amount of caffeine in an average cup of coffee would eliminate less Water than there is in that same cup so it works out just fine.

My doc was the same, prefer you stay away from caffeine but will allow it after 7 days. Relax and don't sweat it.

[Jbrewer2933 15]

Yesterday I had regular coffee from Ms Donald's without sugar instead of Decaf I actually forgot while ordering it as I was on the phone.. I am freaking out I am 8 days post op.

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Your fine just drink more Water.

[lose2win 32]

Thx everyone I just got off the phone with my surgeon he said its fine and not to worry thx again

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