India, Dec. 4 -- Have you ever wondered why doctors insist you avoid alcohol before surgery? While it may seem harmless to have a drink the night before, alcohol can dramatically interfere with how anesthetic drugs work - making their effects unpredictable and potentially dangerous. Even small amounts can alter your sedation levels, affect your blood pressure, and increase your risk of complications in the operating room. That's why full honesty with your anesthesiologist is crucial, especially about alcohol or any other substances you've taken.

Dr Kunal Sood, an anesthesiologist and interventional pain medicine specialist, has explained why medical guidelines strongly advise avoiding alcohol before surgery. In an Instagram video posted ...