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Alcohol and Smoking 4 weeks after Fistula(FiLAC) surgery!

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chris29512
chris29512

Hello everyone!

I am not a regular smoker nor do i consume alcohol regularly( i generally drink and smoke cigarettes once a month, usually at a party).

I had FiLAC(Fistula-tract Laser Closure) surgery done on 17th June(2017) and havent smoked or consumed alcohol since!

Its almost 4 weeks since i had my surgery done and the wound is still healing(bleeds at times during BMs) (also, no surgical pain or wound pain whatsoever)!

I've been home since the past 4 weeks! Can I drink and smoke just for a night? How is it going to impact my healing? Any other complications?

THANKS IN ADVANCE! smile

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  • Joanna-SMUKLtd
    Joanna-SMUKLtd chris29512

    Posted

    Sorry, Chris, but only a qualified physician is going to be able to give you accurate answers to your questions.

    I know this isn't what you are wanting to hear, but the best advice is to contact your doctor or your surgeon.

    • chris29512
      chris29512 Joanna-SMUKLtd

      Posted

      hello Joanna, thank you for replying.

      I contacted my doctor and she advised to drink in moderation and said strictly not to smoke as it would hamper the pace of wound healing!

  • Robin2015
    Robin2015 chris29512

    Posted

    fully agree and medical advice is the best way forward. You must be feeling great albeit heling in between. Robin
  • Robin2015
    Robin2015 chris29512

    Posted

    any news for you Chris??
    • chris29512
      chris29512 Robin2015

      Posted

      hello Robin, than you for replying.

      My doctor advised to drink in moderataion and asked me to not smoke as it would hamper the pace of my wound healing!

  • Aspinan
    Aspinan chris29512

    Posted

    Hi Chris, I'm sure it will be ok but as others have advised get you go to give you a call to discuss it. 

  • dimitri30317
    dimitri30317 chris29512

    Posted

    Hi Chris, how was your FiLac experience;

    How did it go; What type of fistula did you have, how are the results so far and the experience; I am considering having it by the end of the month.

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