Just had my gall bladder removed but still have constant reflux can anyone help
i am not in pain but my mouth is awfulas the reflux coats my teeth
Answer:It might be good to study yourself and notice if reflux is happening with certain food or food combinations, for example: more reflex with diary or bread. Sometimes the body produces extra acids and enzymes when it encounters foods to which it has an intolerance. Notice if this happens with raw foods, such as salads (no dressing) and fruit (fresh not canned). Usually raw foods do not cause any reflux. Nature's way of telling you to eat more of them. Bread with often cause reflux, so will processed foods (a way your body has of telling you to make a change.) There is a product called MSM which aleviates reflux instantly and helps strengthen all conective tissue, such as the tissue that holds up your esophagus and stops if from folding back on itself.
what is reflux?
That really needs to be reported to the surgeon who did the Chole-lap.Tonight you can try some Mylanta or Maalox for relief, but in the AM you need to call the MD. Take care. SW RNP
GORD gastro oesophageal reflux disease, is a separate condition. The one way valve at the top end of your stomach is allowing stomach contents to go back up your swallowing tube, perhaps even into your mouth.
It is important to be the correct weight, as obesity makes this worse. Small meals help, as does avoiding food before bed. It also helps to elevate the foot end of the bed at night.