alcohol Alcohol?

[samantha814 79]

I'm pretty new here and I'm scheduled for surgery July 4th (EEK!) with Dr. Illian. I drink alcohol very rarely now...but I am a mother of an almost two year old, so occasionally a glass of wine or a nice cold beer really hits the spot. I was just curious on post-op how your body tolerates that? I know that wine may be a little easier on the belly, as long as it's not "bubbly". Just curious on what others experiences have been. Thank you for the info!

[nataliegianna 6]

I can tolerate mixed drinks such as a Malibu bay breeze (which is very light) a little pinot, but you have to play it by how you feel when you drink something.

[Navigating the Wilderness 824]

I'd opt for the wine over the beer for several reasons, mostly due to carbonation as you said but also due to gluten which I am convinced is the worst thing on this earth . I had a glass of wine twice since surgery and had no issues, but everyone is different.

[OutsideMatchInside 10,166]

I don't drink often but when I do I just drink hard liquor on the rocks or with Water.

I have never been a beer or wine drinker really. I will have a few sips of wine with a meal if it compliments the meal.

My alcohol tolerance is exactly the same. Insanely high. I couldn't get drunk if I tried.

[BigViffer 3,545]

Discussed ad nauseam:

https://www.bariatricpal.com/search/?q=alcohol&sortby=relevancy&search_in=titles

You'll find both sides of the argument explored and talked about in agonizing detail and breathtaking recklessness.

[Diana_in_Philly 1,426]

I'm almost 10 months out and about 2-3 times a week, I have a glass of red wine. I make sure I have room in my calories for the day for it and only after I have met my Protein and Water goals for the day!

[LadyDarkness415 41]

I am 10.5 months post op and I can do a glass of wine. I don't do beer anymore at all. Liquor is strange with me because I used to drink before with no problems but I tried a mimosa for my birthday when I was 6 months post op and ended up in the emergency with anaphylaxis. It has totally changed my taste buds, my tolerance for things, and even my allergies to foods and beverages. I drink maybe once a month and i'll have a glass of wine but that's about it. I get no real joy out of drinking hard liquor anymore. I hope that helps!

[shannybananny71 106]

I drink whiskey a couple times a month but usually do not lose any weight the weeks that I drink. My body seems to handle it fine but it hits me quickly and doesn't take much to keep the buzz going.

[_sheri 7]

How long after surgery is it ok to try some wine ?

[skinnymocha 1]

I am 10.5 months post op and I can do a glass of wine. I don't do beer anymore at all. Liquor is strange with me because I used to drink before with no problems but I tried a mimosa for my birthday when I was 6 months post op and ended up in the emergency with anaphylaxis. It has totally changed my taste buds, my tolerance for things, and even my allergies to foods and beverages. I drink maybe once a month and i'll have a glass of wine but that's about it. I get no real joy out of drinking hard liquor anymore. I hope that helps!

Yikes on the anaphylaxis! No allergies before surgery? Is this common?

[Melissa315 54]

I have been wondering about alcohol as well! I am getting married in 4.5 weeks and want to have some wine with the toasts or even a few sips of my favorite apple crown with the wedding party on the way to the reception! At that point I will be a little over 4 months post op. I have my 3 month post op appointment today but I know if I mention it to my surgeon he will tell me no as he is against drinking after bypass! I just want to Celebrate a little nothing crazy!!

[Sullie06 1,047]

My doc said to wait 6 months and to be careful in regards to addiction and nutrition. Wine is my go to.

[LaRein 20]

3 hours ago, Melissa315 said:

I have been wondering about alcohol as well! I am getting married in 4.5 weeks and want to have some wine with the toasts or even a few sips of my favorite apple crown with the wedding party on the way to the reception! At that point I will be a little over 4 months post op. I have my 3 month post op appointment today but I know if I mention it to my surgeon he will tell me no as he is against drinking after bypass! I just want to Celebrate a little nothing crazy!!

Don't try it for the first time at your wedding! You don't want to feel sick on your special day! I am having surgery on Wednesday and know a couple of people who occasionly drink now after surgery but way after. I wouldn't risk it. Just have fun, plenty of time to drink later on!

[BigViffer 3,545]

If you trusted the surgeon enough to cut you and remove 80% of an organ, you may want to give his opinion on alcohol consumption some more thought. I had a few drinks at 5 months, but I have the sleeve and I had clearance with my surgeon. First time you drink there is a very real possibility of getting sick.

[Melissa315 54]

Don't try it for the first time at your wedding! You don't want to feel sick on your special day! I am having surgery on Wednesday and know a couple of people who occasionly drink now after surgery but way after. I wouldn't risk it. Just have fun, plenty of time to drink later on!

I figured it might be something I try in advance at home where if I get sick I will be ok. I'm just so unsure. Waiting to speak to my surgeon now at my 3 month post op so I will have to see what he says!