Can I drink alcohol on the 5th day post liposuction?

Thanks for the question. I advise my patients to start drinking alcohol, coffee  5-7 days after their liposuction operation also you should stop taking any medications such as  Aspirin and Vitamins. Therefore you should consult with your surgeon for a reminder form before surgery. I wish you all the best.

You should consult with your surgeon. If you are still on pain medication, then it is unlikely that alcohol would be a good idea. If you are off pain medications, then it is possible to have one drink at home during a meal depending on your surgeon's recommendation.

You should discuss this with your surgeon. Certainly if you are taking pain medications, it is best to avoid the alcohol.

My first question is, why? Second, are you taking pain medication? It is important to be hydrated and alcohol acts as a diuretic so I would not recommend drinking this soon after surgery. Additionally, anesthesia does have some long term effects and I do not see a reason to exacerbate these or put you in a situation in which you might be more prone to slip or fall so soon after surgery.

The short answer is "yes;" the longer answer is "everything in moderation." 

The most important thing is to stay hydrated and to walk around a lot to avoid a blood clot.  Alcohol is a diuretic (makes you pee) which can increase the risk of bloot clots so don't drink a lot of booze and follow any alcoholic drink with two cups of water.