Call the Bariatrics police!

[eclecticwingtips 130]

Having read the statistics on those after bariatric surgery becoming alcoholics I'm not surprised by some of this but it certainly scares me so please guys look after yourselves and your bodies

[Slimsoon1988 123]

Just because one can drink 6 glasses of alcohol weeks after surgery and be "fine" after does not mean one did not cause damage to their sleeve or self. This is when the slippery slope begins. Oh I had 6 glasses of alcohol and I'm good so it's ok! Let me try again! Oh I can have 6 glasses of alcohol and still lose weight so that means I did good today.

Some of these post are concerning indeed. Trust me I'm no alcohol police. I'm 3 months out and have had a glass of wine twice. And plan to certainly drink A glass of wine during special occasions and social gatherings in the future but I wouldn't have dare compromised my healing process by downing alcohol 2 weeks after surgery which is a critical part of healing.

My post is not to judge or make anyone feel bad because what is done is done this post comes from pure concern of some of the dangerous actions taking by some.

Edited May 14, 2015 by Slimsoon1988

[Debbie Jean 406]

Um, congratulations?

And good luck with that ????

[LipstickLady 25,682]

I would definitely think twice before taking "adda boys!" and "go for it!" type of advice from anyone whose posting history clearly shows self destructive behavior.

(Yup. I said it. Take your best shot at me now.)

[MrsSugarbabe 727]

I'm right there with you @@Babbs, @@LipstickLady, and @@Slimsoon1988 - you all made excellent points worthy of serious consideration.

I've had maybe 3 sips of wine post-surgery, but not before month 4. I felt fine, too, but the affect of the alcohol was different and more immediate post-surgery than it was pre-surgery-yes, with just a sip or two. Farther down the road I'm sure I'll have a sip or two again with a meal, but I seriously doubt it'll be a full 5 oz. glass like pre-surgery.

[ShellMilliner 233]

I just have one question. Why would you deliberately and intentionally do something that can harm yourself after just going through a procedure meant to give you a second chance at a healthier life? Something that goes against every NUT and doctor's advice that I've ever seen.

A little something to think about. Alcohol is a diuretic. Now think about how your stomach has been altered and the amount of Water and Protein you need to consume daily. Your chances of dehydrating skyrocket when consuming alcohol and even more so in extremely large quantities.

This post both saddens and angers me, especially when you think about how many people want/need this surgery for a better life and are denied or have to pay out of pocket and you see people being nothing more than irresponsible. @LipstickLady I'm right there with you...I said it, it's out there.

Edited May 14, 2015 by ShellMilliner

[Babbs 14,681]

Well the cups that were being served was about 6 oz but not filled to the top, so I would say maybe 4-5 oz. I really believe it depends on the individual. 5 days after the wine and I'm doing great and still loosing weight.

Oh well, why didn't you say so!? In that case, carry on! *Rolls eyes*

Posts like these is why I feel it should be MANDATORY for people to go through extensive psychotherapy before they have the surgery.

[wannaBthinsoon 1,634]

@@Babbs True dat!! I'm shocked at this self destructive behavior, to say the least. I have to move to a healthier post. This one just pisses me off.

[kdawgsmom 16]

What frightens me is someone reading and thinking...well..so and so was ok, so I'll be ok too......I just don't get it.

[LipstickLady 25,682]

I deleted. Going to play nice.

[wascott 395]

@@LipstickLady Are you suggesting that I shouldn't enjoy a nice cocktail on the flight home from the hospital?

Perhaps a vodka enema would be safer.

[LipstickLady 25,682]

@@LipstickLady Are you suggesting that I shouldn't enjoy a nice cocktail on the flight home from the hospital?

Perhaps a vodka enema would be safer.

Please do! With extra olives and a few pretzels to boot!

[jackiemc1987 127]

@@LipstickLady Are you suggesting that I shouldn't enjoy a nice cocktail on the flight home from the hospital?

Perhaps a vodka enema would be safer.

sounds good to me ????

[Cars 27]

Every one has there own opinion, and that's good. It was just one night that I went out and had drinks . I have no desire to do it again anytime soon. About the eating part. It was a bite not a full meal or a whole hot dog. I said I had some not sat and ate the whole pizza all the ice cream or a whole hot dog. One bite was enough and worked to take away the WANTING it. I guess I am just one of the few fortunate ones to not experience horrible side effects. My BMI. Before surgery was right at the go line. If I lost a couple more pounds before surgery I would have not Been able to proceed. I paid out of pocket. The whole thing . And have no regrets. I'm happy with my decisions and my life. Are you?

[LipstickLady 25,682]

Every one has there own opinion, and that's good. It was just one night that I went out and had drinks . I have no desire to do it again anytime soon. About the eating part. It was a bite not a full meal or a whole hot dog. I said I had some not sat and ate the whole pizza all the ice cream or a whole hot dog. One bite was enough and worked to take away the WANTING it. I guess I am just one of the few fortunate ones to not experience horrible side effects. My BMI. Before surgery was right at the go line. If I lost a couple more pounds before surgery I would have not Been able to proceed. I paid out of pocket. The whole thing . And have no regrets. I'm happy with my decisions and my life. Are you?

If it works for you, do it.

That said, if you do stray so wildly off course, don't expect too much sympathy when you complain about stalls like you did. And DO NOT expect a whole lot of support when you congratulate/condone/encourage such self destructive and potentially dangerous behavior in others.