Does your breath smell this bad?
Gastric bypass surgery is among the most popular bariatric surgeries. It is a weight reduction procedure for treatment of morbid obesity. After you have undergone this procedure an unwanted side effect of losing weight is developing bad breath. Bad breath (also known as halitosis), by itself, is usually not a disease. However, bad breath is usually a symptom of some other disease process going on within your body.
In the case of bad breath after gastric bypass surgery (or other bariatric surgery) you should consider the changes that have been made to the physiology of your stomach. The changes made can make the breakdown of food into a slower, more drawn out process. This can lead to heartburn, acid reflux and bad breath.
It is important to ingest enough protein-rich foods immediately after surgery to help wounds heal properly. Protein is an essential nutrient that helps the body builds new tissues.. Now, eating just pure protein-rich foods like chicken (either roasted, fried or boiled), steak, fried eggs, etc and nothing else may be important if recommended by your physician, but excess protein in the gut without or little carbohydrate or any other minerals can cause bad breath.
Regardless of how much mouthwash you use and how often you brush your teeth the fact is, this bad breath originates from your stomach and not your mouth. It is essential to treat the cause and not the symptom.
The stomach is also an area that causes bad breath problems for many people. Poor digestion, constipation, or bowel disorders may create gas which exits the mouth. It is important however to maintain normal dental hygiene and to brush your teeth even when taking only a liquid diet; otherwise, bacteria accumulate on the tongue and between the teeth and can cause bad breath. Hydrating your mouth and body is the first step that you can do in order to get rid of bad breath. Always remember that the treatment for your bad breath depends on the causes of it. Do not take antacids or other medication without first consulting with your doctor. Strong chemicals in these medications can have an adverse effect on your stomach after gastric surgery.?
In conclusion, if you are suffering from bad breath after gastric surgery you should consult your doctor before considering any kind of medication.
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