How long do I have to wait for Caffeine???

[jenngetsthin 61]

My nut recommended to cut back to one cup per day and no restriction after surgery.

[amag17 10]

I would say to ask your surgeon. I got approval to have coffee around 8 weeks post-op.

[Jeaniered 183]

Nurse gave me coffee following morning after op and I’ve been fine with it.

[Sullie06 1,013]

My NUT said no caffeine ever post surgery but when speaking to my doctor he said that was a little to restrictive and if I was getting my fluids in I could have caffeine in moderation after 6 months. He said the issue they worry about is dehydration but further out from surgery I should be okay and he doesn't agree with the NUTS standpoint on caffeine. I don't drink coffee but I love iced tea and drink about 32 oz of tea a day and 32-40 ounces of Water as well. I now drink fresh brewed black tea with caffeine daily and have no issues and it helps give me a little boost I need in the morning.

[neon07734 36]

On 1/7/2018 at 6:55 AM, Mattymatt said:

I was told that I must give up caffeinated beverages altogether. I am fine with that because I could always take them or leave them. It must be difficult for people who have the caffeine and nicotine addictions.

I had the full bypass and was told i had to give it up entirely as well. I wasn't a coffee drinker prior so it hasn't been that big a deal. I do miss my ice tea's though.

[em1 19]

I just had my 6 week follow up on Wednesday, my NUT informed me that as long as I was meeting my fluids and Protein, I could start drinking coffee but to start slow with 1/2 cup of black coffee (no sweeteners) I was thrilled.