I had abdominoplasty two weeks ago Monday. Tonight I went to a wedding reception and had a few drinks... a few too many drinks. Now I am laying in bed scared out of my mind that I've done something to hurt my healing. I don't drink regularly. Help!
October 17, 2016
Answer: Drinking Alcohol 2 Weeks Post Op Hello,This far out from your surgery you don't likely have anything to worry about. Pain medications should not be taken with alcohol and in the immediate post op period, bleeding can be a concern. At this point you only run the risk of feeling sick. All the best
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October 17, 2016
Answer: Drinking Alcohol 2 Weeks Post Op Hello,This far out from your surgery you don't likely have anything to worry about. Pain medications should not be taken with alcohol and in the immediate post op period, bleeding can be a concern. At this point you only run the risk of feeling sick. All the best
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October 18, 2016
Answer: Alcohol after tummy tuck Hi, The main danger in having alcohol after surgery is if you combine it with pain medications and try to operate a vehicle or do other things that require concentration. It can also interfere with some antibiotics. With that being said, it shouldn't alter your healing, and you should be just fine, especially since you don't typically drink. Best wishes in your recovery, Dr. Blagg Austin, TX
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October 18, 2016
Answer: Alcohol after tummy tuck Hi, The main danger in having alcohol after surgery is if you combine it with pain medications and try to operate a vehicle or do other things that require concentration. It can also interfere with some antibiotics. With that being said, it shouldn't alter your healing, and you should be just fine, especially since you don't typically drink. Best wishes in your recovery, Dr. Blagg Austin, TX
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