Caffeine after LB surgery?

Dee66 · August 12, 2008

Can anyone tell me why most Doctors do not want you to have caffeine after LB surgery? Thanks

BellaPerdente · August 12, 2008

My doctor said it is ok but in moderation. I have heard that it might cause stomach irritation. I drink two cups per day with no problem.

bbjerseygirl · August 12, 2008

My doc says you can have 2 cups of coffee per day. The reason he gave was stomach irritation and dehydration. For every 8 oz of a caffinated beverage, you need to drink an additional 16 oz of Water to keep properly hydrated. I know some people said they drank more than that and he said as long as it doesn't irritate them, just add the water and it's okay.

Hope that helps.

pschmolle · August 12, 2008

My doctor also said it is a stimulant & could possibly get your appetite going.

mtnman428 · August 12, 2008

My Dr. said that it was fine to have coffee and tea after surgery, but while I was on the Clear Liquids stage I could only have it with CoffeeMate/non-dairy Creamer. Now that I'm on full liquids I can have it with milk or half & half again (in moderation).

eazes · August 12, 2008

I'm not sure why you couldn't but I know that my doc doesn't want me to have a lot of caffine in one day. I only have a cup in the morning so by his standards I'm ok.

Tracyde730 · August 12, 2008

My doctor says I can have 1 cup of coffee per day, but it doesn't count towards my total liquid intake

Jennywren93 · August 12, 2008

I've gotten my pre/post op diet (yesterday) and was just reading over it to answer your question. No where does he even mention coffee- all he says is no sweet tea (empty calories). Will write this down as a question! thanks!