Before I even signed up for an orientation, I checked out forums like this to make sure VSG was right for me. I have always been an Atkins oriented eater, so the whole protein first thing wasn't a problem. I am a social drinker (weekends only -- no high calorie drinks) and observed that most VSG veterans who were drinkers before the surgery seem to do so without problems after.

I also listened closely to my surgeon during orientation who clearly stated that one of the big differences between the VSG and RNY was that that the recommended no one ever drink alcohol after RNY; okay in moderation with VSG.

I also found that most threads on the topic of alcohol are full of people who didn't drink castigating people who did, which tended to distort the true information exchange, so before I get tp the questions, I humbly request that people who never drank, or gave it up since their surgery feel free to troll, but please don't comment -- I'm only interested in first hand factual responses!

QUESTIONS:

1. How long did you go before having your first drink?

2. Have you had any MEDICAL complications with your surgery that were attributed to drinking alcohol?

3. Have you gained back significant weight from drinking alcohol?

4. Have you developed an alcohol addiction post VSG after having been able to control your drinking before?

As I said, I have read all the guidelines and see questions 2, 3, and 4 listed as "risks of drinking alcohol". At the same time, I see lots of comments from people who have returned to drinking post-opt with no complications, weight gain, or sudden addiction.

By the way, I have also read all the "doctor's orders" and have found total inconsistency (ranging from never drink again to a month or two). My own program doesn't even have a consistent answer, which is why I'm asking for real stories...

Thanks!

I dig that logic. Works for me also.

8 weeks- half a shot of tequila

Nope

Nope

No, but drinking is different now. I can see how it could be a slippery slope. Drunk faster, sober almost suddenly.

I am 2-1/2 weeks after surgery and have had 5 shots of tequila and not felling buzzed or drunk , what the *%#~

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I am 2-1/2 weeks after surgery and have had 5 shots of tequila and not felling buzzed or drunk , what the *%#~

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I know what the problem is.

You're an idiot.

Oh, wait!

I probably have violated the terms of this message board by calling you an idiot.

I shouldn't have done that.

I apologize.

Oh, wait!

I probably have violated the terms of this message board by calling you an idiot.

I shouldn't have done that.

I apologize.

I find that insulting a person never helps them to learn from their mistakes. Good for you for apologizing for that error.

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I just want to share my personal AL knowledge and experiences. Please, hear all of my message.

I had my VSG on 11/30/15. My surgeon specifically made me promise never to drink again. Well, except champagne toast at my upcoming wedding.

Both of my parents and my younger sister had the gastric bypass almost 15 years ago. My dad rarely drank before, but is now an alcoholic (struggling with recovery). My sister first had prescription pain medication addiction. Once she got that addiction under control, she began drinking. She is currently in an alcohol recovery program.

Of course everyone is different. Not everyone that drinks becomes an alcoholic, but statistics DO show an increased risk post weight loss surgeries.

I guess I just don't understand choosing such a drastic procedure to improve quality of life, then knowingly possibly choosing a life of addiction.

Your not completely wrong with you first judgement, before I had VSG, I drank beer and tequila 5 nights a week, I have been very good staying away from it till yesterday, I know not to drink beer and thought, to get rid of my tension I would have 1 or 2 shots, thing is I thought from all that unread I would have had a very nice buzz, but did not, only paid for it this morning, massive headache . I agree, alcohol is as bad as the worst drug out there. I have learned my lesson, no more being an idiot

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I was so wrong. You're not an idiot!

3 weeks

I'm a wine drinker 99% of the time

Very rarely, like once a year I might have a cocktail

Since surgery I have had 1 glass of wine 4oz

No issues, didn't feel tipsy or anything after

No weight gain

No addiction issues

Edited March 3, 201610 yr by Nurse_Lenora

1. How long did you go before having your first drink?

Probably about 3 months

2. Have you had any MEDICAL complications with your surgery that were attributed to drinking alcohol?

No

3. Have you gained back significant weight from drinking alcohol?

No. But if I've drank, I do retain Water the next day. Have to drink lots more water to flush it out

4. Have you developed an alcohol addiction post VSG after having been able to control your drinking before?

No, though you only know you. I know a lot of people do develop transfer addictions to replace the food. It's something to think about.

What types of drinks do you drink ?

I tried captain morgan and pineapple juice but I think WAY too much sugar,

Ideas?

I like Captain and Diet (Captain Morgan's in Diet Coke). I usually make it a double and sip on it. The Captain in the soda usually makes the Coke not fizzy. I also like whipped cream vodka in Diet Root Beer.

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Still kind of nervous to try my luck with shots, but if someone else who answers has any advice, I'd love to hear that too.

I had zero trouble with Fireball shots. I had two in a short course of time with no ill effects. Tried the same with two tequila shots about four or five months later, and they came straight back up, along with what seemed like everything I ate for a solid month. Now I can't even handle slowly sipping a margarita because of the trauma of that experience.

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I waited about a month after surgery. No complications. I used to drink beer too fizzy except for Guinness, I stick with bourbon I usually make manhattans or vodka with a splash of pineapple. I can have about 3 drinks before I'm blitzed. I drink twice a week.

I'm 8 weeks out and on my 4th corona, sadly it is not bothering me, I'm a summer, deck drinker, can go all winter with nothing...!!