Alcohol Consumption

[nogojoe]

I have a party later tonight and was wondering whether there was a recommended waiting time before consuming alcohol?

[Miguel Delgado MD]

Ocff the meds woulld be good like pain pill and antibiotics.  Also, dont fall and cause a problem.

[DrPensler]

Are you referring to before or after surgery?

[nogojoe]

Post surgery.

I was concerned alcohol might have some adverse effect on the healing process.

[DrPensler]

I think moderate consumption would be fine,I typically tell patients don't do anything I wouldn't do which gives patients a bit of latitude.