I am 7 DPO from a mommy makeover and was told immediately following surgery that I should not drink plain water as to not dilute my electrolytes. I’ve been drinking Vitamin Water, Gatorade and coconut water but called to confirm if drinking water now 7 days out would be ok and the nurse advised against it until at least 2 to 3 weeks po. I typically only drink water so this is driving me crazy!! I’m thirsty!!!!!!
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August 23, 2019
Answer: No water until 3 weeks post-op: I was told immediately following surgery that I should not drink plain water.
Thank you for asking about your mommy make-over recovery.You are eleven days after surgery - the surgeon is right to not refill your narcotics.it is uncommon to have so much pain eleven days after surgery.Are your bandages too tight? If so, loosen them. People can get rapidly addicted to n...
Hi & thanks for your question!
You may still have some swelling 4 months after surgery. It may take up to a year for the swelling to subside completely. Discuss this with your surgeon for his or her guidance. Best of luck!
