Alcohol 2 days preop

[madadams 130]

I went on a cruise for 2 weeks preop. I didn't have to follow a strict preop diet apart from the day before. I drank until 2 days before. I was absolutely fine. There is no evidence to suggest alcohol affects anaesthetic or recovery (apart from 24 hours preop). You'll be fine. Don't worry. I am a preop nurse and we ask patients not to drink for 24 hours preop only. Good luck.

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[VSGMEPLZ26 90]

Okay cool!

Edited July 9, 2016 by VSGMEPLZ26

[nickisleeve 127]

Is vodka worth dying for.

Just asking.

OK, I'll bite ....

How will vodka two days pre-op kill her?

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[KristenLe 5,980]

Drinking even moderate amounts prior to surgery could slow down recovery and weaken the immune system.

Abstinence starting 3–4 weeks before surgery will significantly reduce the incidence of several serious postoperative complication.

3 - 4 weeks may seem extreme, but I would personally stop at least 2 weeks before and I have a glass of wine or two at least three days a week. While you doctor doesn't recommend a pre-op diet, which I really question, I would do it anyway. You are on this forum, you know what the norm is. You must have to know by now that you should shrink your liver .

Ask yourself, do you want an easier operation/recovery or do you want to risk it? Forty eight hours just isn't enough time and you know when you drink alcohol, you tend to overeat. Most of us are on Clear liquids one week pre op.

My Bariatric Program is highly recommended and reputable - the best in the State! They don't require a preoperative diet and I'm confident in their skills and knowledge to follow their instructions rather than that of other surgeons' guidelines as prescribed for someone else (on a forum). I will be doing my Clear Liquids the day before surgery and not any sooner.

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[UCLA man 101]

Is vodka worth dying for.

Just asking.

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Probably the stupidest comment I've read on this site.

[LipstickLady 25,682]

Bottoms up, friend! I love a Bloody Mary!

Good luck with your procedure.