I’m 3 weeks post tummy tuck, can I drink caffeine or will it stimulate swelling?

Some swelling fluctuation at your stage in recovery is to be expected; this will not be effected by drinking caffeinated drinks.  Often, patients will report that the swelling increases as their activity level increases and gets worse later on in the day. Sometimes, the use of compressive garments may be helpful to control the edema. Best wishes.

Dear castaflo2000,
every plastic surgeon has his own postoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.
Daniel Barrett, MD

Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery