How long after surgery did you find yourself able to sip a beer socially when out with friends. I'm thinking of all the things I have coming up and I don't really like beer a whole lot so was thinking if I had a beer it'd easily take me all night sipping it.

So, I was just curious how long after surgery you found it safe to have a social drink?

Thanks :biggrin:

A social drink you can do with in normal don't drink while medicated rules. You know no vicodin and alcohol kind of thing.

Beer is carbonated. Carbonation is bad. Like it hurts bad and it's bad for the band. If you don't like it, don't put it in your body. If you do like it, it's a struggle to stay away, but staying away is typically recommended.

Find something else you can drink. A mixed drink or wine.

The problem with alcohol is the empty calories. If you're willing to consume them, knowing you've got to burn them anytime you are off of pain meds is okay.

I know, I guess that sounds stupid huh? I don't really care for beer so I'll drink that. :biggrin: I never thought of the carbonation in beer. I actually love red wine but I just wanted to stay away from that. I am sure I can force myself to sip one glass throughout an evening and it will taste better warm then a beer will two hours later.

Thanks for the input!!!