Having alcohol after abdominoplasty?

Alcohol can increase bruising and swelling, so you may experience higher rates of these at this point. However, if you’re feeling fine then don’t worry about it too much. The stress of worrying may be more detrimental to your recovery! Please continue to follow your surgeon’s post-op instructions closely to help with your recovery.

Thank you for your question.  There is no reason to worry right now.  If you did drink and had a good time and were careful, then its ok.  I would not recommend that you do it often in the recovery period. Now make sure you rest and hydrate.  If you have more swelling today then this will disappear over the next few weeks.  Make sure you drink a lot of water. 

Thank you very much for your question. At two weeks post-op, one instance of drinking will not make much difference in your recovery. While alcohol can cause swelling, and should be avoided while taking pain medications, this isolated evening should not cause any noticeable problems. If you still have concerns, do not hesitate to contact your operating surgeon for additional advice.

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

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