Hey, who drinks what when they go out with friends, like what non alcoholic drinks do you order at the bar? Are fizzy drink off the menu for life? Thanks

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It's advised not to drink fizzy drinks after surgery, however we are all told different things by different teams so go with what your surgeon tells you. If I go out, I tend to drink a slimline tonic Water, with lemon or lime in it. It looks like a gin and tonic. It usually lasts me all night and I sip it slowly.

In between sips I might burp like a navvy though haha.

Ha I'm with you on that one Kate., but I still can't drink fizzy so I have a glass of wine and it lasts all night or the dreaded J20. God I'm a cheap date now

J20 to the rescue!

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Must admit I indulge in a vodka and slimline tonic or 4 if socialising - carb free lol!

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How long did you leave it before you tried alcohol? I'd like a drink at Xmas, I'll only be 4 weeks post sleeve though...

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7 weeks. A bit early, I know, but only a little at a time. I think it depends on the individual and how you/your sleeve is coping. Also, how you are coping with food. Be safe.

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