Question:
Will I ever be able to drink a beer again after surgery?

Also, after an open RNY, howlong will I have to wait to resume a normal sex life? That's really more for my husband! :)    — Andrea T. (posted on April 30, 2001)

April 30, 2001
Well, you may be able to drink a beer someday, but you'll have to wait and see. The carbonation is a killer! Also, alcohol effects us 3 times postop what it did preop so be aware of this and be careful. 'Normal' sex life? Hmmmm....well, you can start probably 2 or 3 weeks post op to have sex if your husband is VERY careful and delicate with you . . . but you'll have to determine what 'normal' is. LOL!
   — Cindy H.

April 30, 2001
I was allowed alcohol 2 weeks post op, (though I didnt dare). Some doctors do not want their patients having anything carbonated, especially in the beginning since it may stretch the pouch. I am allowed diet soft drinks though. As for sex, as soon as you feel up to it, go for it!
   — [Anonymous]

April 30, 2001
As for resuming a normal sex life; my surgeon only said to "please wait until I discharge you from the hospital!" LOL
   — BethVBG

April 30, 2001
Ahh, a subject near and dear to my heart. The alcoholic beverage. I miss having a periodic cocktail more than anything. I have not tried them. Too afraid. Even being 3 months post op. Letme know how you do. As for me, I will stay away from them... at least for the time being.
   — Nancy Z.

May 18, 2001
I am 3 months post-op and I enjoy an occasional bud light. I get the 8 oz can and drink one every so often. Never had a problem with it.
   — Diana P.

May 29, 2001
I am 3 1/2 months post op and memorial day was the first time I tried to drink anything I found crystal lite strawberry daqari drink mix I tried it with tequila (2 med size drinks I had a buzz but I felt fine (real fine).
   — Shannon K.