I’m about 4 months post op. Went to a wedding this past weekend had 2 glasses of wine — very slowly — had little to no effect on me. Has anyone else had drinks occasionally post op??

51 minutes ago, Lgr76 said:

I’m about 4 months post op. Went to a wedding this past weekend had 2 glasses of wine — very slowly — had little to no effect on me. Has anyone else had drinks occasionally post op??

We were told to wait until at least 6 months... but that said, I've had a few oz of whiskey, the key is to take your time and to remember that alcohol is rather high calorie (depending I know). Seems like you handled things the right way.

I found that it tasted VILE!!! I had half a glass of champagne at a brunch 9 months post op. TERRIBLE. And in minutes I could feel a really big buzz. I did not like it at all. So I no longer drink. Be careful. It will be hard on your stomach and lots of calories. But if you enjoy it, use it as a treat.

I had my first post surgery drink when I was about 4 Months out. I used to love red wine but I now despise it. Tastes horrible for some reason. I drink beer now but it fills me up so quickly. Also, post surgery, the alcohol hits me very quickly and it doesn't take much to become intoxicated. The occasional light beer seems to be the best course of action for me. Good luck

I drank a couple ounces of mead recently. It was tasty, but I drink less than a handful of times a year...so I can take it or leave it.

I've had some wine and it only hits me a little faster than before - but haven't really indulged that much. Champagne bubbles feel like rocks, so not much fun but I let it get flatter and it was okay. I dislike beer and have had one rum drink - now that hit faster.

I’m currently taking a 30 day hiatus from alcohol but i can drink the same as I did pre op unfortunately. Although my tastes have changed. And I used to love red wine but now it tastes like straight acid. I don’t want the useless calories anymore. Maybe special occasions after this 30 days