jennifer47 5 Posted May 31, 2019 Will my Dr make me stop smoking.. Is an e-cig OK?? And how bad is the nausea and vomiting.. That doesn't sound fun Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Healthy_life2 8,324 Posted May 31, 2019 Ask your Dr. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GradyCat 3,695 Posted June 8, 2019 I think both are discouraged but the only real answer will be the one from your surgeon. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Frustr8 7,886 Posted June 8, 2019 And it's well known you heal much slower with nicotine on board, Is it really worth messing with your healthy and recovery? That said, addictions are hard to handle and terrible to go Cold Turkey from! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Briswife15 890 Posted June 8, 2019 Like everyone is saying, ask your surgeon. I will tell you that my surgeon would not operate on smokers or anyone who used tobacco products. It really messes with the healing process. Surgeons like successful patients, and you'll be more successful if you're not smoking. I know it's hard!!Sent from my SM-N960U using BariatricPal mobile app Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ghamara 12 Posted June 9, 2019 Yes, any doctor worth their credentials will make you stop smoking. And most of the process is not “fun”. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cher in NYC 21 Posted June 9, 2019 My surgeon does not operate on smokers. I had to quit at least 30 days before my surgery date. With the gastric bypass, I had to commit to never smoking another cigarette again. They stated I could expect a 100% complication rate if I start smoking again after RNY GB. With the sleeve, smoking is highly discouraged of course but it’s effects on the surgery are not as known. This is what I was told by my surgeon, the advice you get may vary based on your surgeon. 1 SeattleLady reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jennifer47 5 Posted June 9, 2019 OK thank you ladies! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites