WeeWers here.

I have read opposing answers if you are able to have a moderate amount of caffeine after surgery..

Anyone here know the "real deal?"

warmly,

WeeWers

I think the concesus that I've seen most places (and what my doctor told me) is no caffiene for 2 weeks pre op and 4 weeks post op. Its because caffiene irritates the lining of the stomach, which can make it heal slower.

WeeWers here:

That seems to make really good sense. Thank you for the reply!

warmly,

WeeWers

agree with bradycone, after that it's really individual tolerance. I can drink about 6oz of coffee, any more than that and it bothers my stomach.

WeeWers here:

That seems to make really good sense. Thank you for the reply!

warmly,

WeeWers

You're welcome. Good luck with your surgery!

This is going to be one of the hardest parts for me. I take a Vivarin every morning at work (200 mg) and I hate the thought of working without it.

Starting next week, I am going to ween myself off of it.

I was told no caffeine, period. The reason is that with such a limited capacity it is hard to stay hydrated. Since caffeine is a diuretic, it will further dehydrate you and you will have to double the fluid intake to compensate. For example, if you drink an 8 oz cup of coffee, you would then have to drink an additional 16 ounces of water to balance the diuretic effect. I had to give up coffee and diet coke pre-surgery and it sucked!!! Maybe when I get further out and eating/drinking is more normal I'll try them again, but not yet. Stayed hydrated has been a challenge and I don't want to complicate it further! Good luck!

I do not think there is any "real deal" answer except minimize use during the healing phase of first 6 weeks. Some doctors say no caffeine ever where others do not have any hard limitations on caffeine (my doctor).

I waited until week 6 to have coffee and started out on expresso shots. I advanced onto cappucinos, then cups of coffee and now have no issue or concerns drinking grande or 16 oz latte. I have even had the occasional iced vente during hot 80 degree weather.

My max is usually 2 cups of coffee a day just because I do not feel I need more. I have a caffeine stimulant in my daily Vitamin pak and also have the occasional 5 hour energy. I mostly drink coffee because of the taste rather than the stimulation, but the pick me up is also nice. Hope this helps.

I know it is not quite the real deal answer you are looking for. You will find a lot of post ops like to drink coffee.

It's really up to your stomach. I think we need to use our common sense when it comes to that. I have been enjoying a cup of coffee since about 4 weeks out. My stomach can handle it. I have no problems getting well over 64 oz of Water each day. I usually make it through 1/2 to 2/3 of the cup then I'm done.

Everyone seems to get different orders from their doctors. Funny, we all had the same surgery so you would think we would all get the same after care.

It's really up to your stomach. I think we need to use our common sense when it comes to that. I have been enjoying a cup of coffee since about 4 weeks out. My stomach can handle it. I have no problems getting well over 64 oz of Water each day. I usually make it through 1/2 to 2/3 of the cup then I'm done.

Everyone seems to get different orders from their doctors. Funny' date=' we all had the same surgery so you would think we would all get the same after care.[/quote']

Yeah I agree. Lol why are the doctor responses so different? There needs to be a standard generated that all Bariatric surgeons are required to communicate. Every Bariatric patient is going to experience caffeine ( or some other chemical / drug) in their own way, regardless of the surgeon that does the procedure. It seems a bit silly for there to be different responses from doctors on these chemical / drug interactions so, yes, I agree: use your common sense and do your own due diligence before making a decision. Cheers.

Yeah I agree. Lol. why are the doctor responses so different? There needs to be a standard generated that all Bariatric surgeons are required to communicate. Every Bariatric patient is going to experience caffeine ( or some other chemical / drug) in their own way' date=' regardless of the surgeon that does the procedure. It seems a bit silly for there to be different responses from doctors on these chemical / drug interactions so, yes, I agree: use your common sense and do your own due diligence before making a decision. Cheers.[/quote']