Question:
can you have a glass of wine post op?

   — Susan M. (posted on September 4, 2002)

September 4, 2002
hiya depends on how far post op you are...by 6 months out, yes however please be careful because pre op we used food (most of us) as a way to deal with things and unfortunately alcohol can become a substitute...if you have never had a drinking prob and can limit yourself to one glass of wine every few weeks it shouldn't be a problem. you will also "catch a buzz" really fast so be careful of that! good luck, kate open rny 6-14-01 pre op: 268lbs goal weight: 135lbs current weight: 130lbs
   — jkb

September 4, 2002
I am 12 weeks post-op (open rny) and at about 8 weeks started drinking some wine. I usually wind up adding ice to it because I drink so little and it takes so long that white wine gets warm! About a half a glass gives me the same buzz as two to three used to. Moderation!
   — Mary U.

September 4, 2002
Hi I really don't have an opinion on this for I am a newbie..but I do know that although alot of us do drink we really should'nt ,dont forget there is little in our tummys so the ALCOHOL IS GOING RIGHT TO OUR LIVERS...just something to think about?
   — juliewiggles1

September 4, 2002
From my understanding you can get ulcers in your new pouch from drinking. Maybe have a small amount on very special occasions like an anniversary.
   — sandy W.

September 4, 2002
I drank one glass of wine several days a week for about a month around 3 months post op. I stopped because I was getting a very strange ummmmmm burp, I guess you could call it that. Anyhow, It went away but I have developed an ulcer. I have no idea if it is related or not. I would just be careful. You dont NEED the wine.....I would just avoid it....just my opinion.
   — RebeccaP