Surgery scheduled for 11a: can I have some black coffee & water in the morning? Will water really cause a problem hours later?

June 2, 2015
Asked By:Dr. Alessi fan in Los Angeles, CA

I am scheduled to have rhinoplasty, a u-lift, lower blepharoplasty and co2 laser at 11a. I am an early riser (5a) and always drink a lot of water. Doctors orders are no food or drink after midnight. Can I really not drink any water the morning of my surgery? I don't mind not eating, but not drinking water makes me very uncomfortable. Can I have a bit of black coffee? It would be one thing if my surgery was at 7a, but 11a? Also I am supposed to take my antibiotic, amox, w/ food.

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Answer: Fasting before surgery

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February 23, 2018

Answer: NPO after midnight (no eating or drinking the morning of surgery)

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Answer: NPO after midnight (no eating or drinking the morning of surgery)

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