How long after surgery can I drink?

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I am having surgery March the 22nd and a cruise may 12th can I drink and swim of no complications? Any advice you can give me?

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Most patients are advised to not drink alcohol until they have stopped the use of prescription pain medications.  As far as swimming, I would recommend avoiding submerging your incisions in pools, hot tubs, and the ocean for at least 4 weeks after surgery.  Hope this helps.

Miguel Delgado, MD · Answer

This is something you should ask your surgeon. For my patients, after six weeks they can return to all normal activities. Drinking should be avoided as long as a patient is on pain medication, and then drink responsibly. Your trip is planned far enough out that you should be fine for swimming as long as your incision is completely healed, again you should check with your surgeon. Good luck!

Sheila S. Nazarian, MD · Answer

Since every surgeon has his or her own unique post op protocol, speak with your surgeon. The drinking should be fine. The swimming will depend on how your incisions heal. My best,
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Robert A. Hardesty, MD, FACS - Account Suspended · Answer

Dear Ms. HezzMarie,Thank you for your information and questions. Without knowing what procedure you are having performed I can give you my recommendations:1)These questions you need to ask your Plastic Surgeon2) no alcohol evening before surgery3)no alcohol as long as taking prescription medication4)always alcohol in moderation5) submerging incisions under water only after healed and no scabsI trust you have chosen a Plastic Surgeon who is experienced and Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. In addition ideally a members  of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (denoting by membership as having met additional criteria and a focus on Cosmetic Plastic Surgery).I wish you my best and success,R. A. Hardesty, MD, FACSDiplomate and Certified by the Am. Bd. of Plastic Surgerywwwimagineplasticsurgery.com4646 Brockton AveRiverside, Ca 92506(951) 686-7600

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