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May 04, 2024

How Long After Ostomy Reversal Can You Drink Alcohol?

Topic Explanation
The discussion centers around the appropriate time to resume drinking alcohol after an ostomy reversal. The original poster had a reversal one month ago and is seeking advice on when it is safe to start drinking alcohol again.

Advice and Insights

- Personal Experiences with Alcohol Post-Reversal:
- One user drank a martini and cider at 5 weeks post-reversal, which caused diarrhea. They had a beer at 7 weeks with no issues and a margarita at 7 weeks, which resulted in loose stool. They are focusing on "gentler" alcohol at almost 8 weeks.
- Another user mentioned having a whiskey every night and a glass of wine with their main meal without any problems.
- A user who is 3 months post-reversal noted that their surgeon did not mention any restrictions on drinking, but they have refrained from drinking much to avoid pushing their luck.

- General Advice:
- It is important to ensure internal incisions are healed enough before consuming alcohol.
- Moderation is key when resuming alcohol consumption.
- Avoid mixing alcohol with pain medication.
- Everyone's tolerance and reaction to alcohol can vary, so it is important to monitor how your body responds.

- Hydration:
- Alcohol can dehydrate you, which is particularly important to consider for those with an ileostomy. Increasing water consumption when drinking alcohol is advised to stay hydrated.

- Types of Alcohol:
- Some users found that certain types of alcohol, like beer and wine, could cause issues such as loose stools or stoma activity, while others preferred mixed drinks.

- Additional Considerations:
- One user expressed concern about internal healing and engaging in activities like riding in a Polaris RZR, suggesting that it might be wise to avoid such activities until fully healed.
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