The cause of bad breath after sleeve surgery

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**The cause of bad breath after sleeve operation** Obesity and overweight are among the problems that many people are dealing with, and mainly people who are overweight are told to exercise regularly and change their diet, but some obesity cannot be solved with such solutions and other treatment should be considered. The sleeve operation is a surgery in which a part of the stomach is removed and it brings weight loss and other benefits for those people who suffer from excessive obesity. But one of the complications that some people face after surgery is body odor, which can make a person feel bad. Is this a symptom of a health problem? What should be done to fix it? Stay with us to find out the cause of bad breath after sleeve operation. **Bad breath after sleeve surgery** As we mentioned, in the sleeve operation, the stomach is reduced to reduce the amount of calories and appetite of the person and changes in weight. In some cases, people complain of bad breath after surgery, which can cause them concerns, and this state will be felt more when talking or breathing through the mouth. But we must point out that bad breath after sleeve surgery is a rare complication that is temporary and can be resolved.

But don't worry, we will tell you effective solutions to solve this problem. **What is the cause of bad breath after sleeve surgery?** Many factors are involved in the occurrence of bad breath after sleeve surgery, which can be due to lack of water in the body, ketosis or gastric reflux. - Usually, people drink less water after surgery because they feel full, and you should keep in mind that people who do not drink enough water after surgery are more likely to face this complication. - On the other hand, after surgery and due to the fact that a part of the stomach is removed, the food that is eaten is emptied from the stomach pouch at a slower rate, and the accumulation of stomach acid can be one of the causes of bad breath, which will also be accompanied by symptoms such as heartburn or chest pain. - Losing weight alone does not cause bad breath, but when surgery is performed and fats stored in the body are broken down, a product called ketones are produced, which are excreted with exhalation, and their excretion can be associated with an unpleasant odor. Note that ketones are excreted through the kidneys and urine, and some of the ketones are excreted through the lungs, and in this case, we will witness the appearance of bad breath.

**Ways to remove bad breath after sleeve surgery** Although the bad breath after the sleeve operation will disappear within a few days, but since it causes an unpleasant feeling for the person, it is better to consider the following measures and recommendations to prevent such a complication in addition to the treatment. - After surgery, it is recommended to brush the teeth at least twice a day and after every meal. - Drinking water during the day should not be forgotten. - In order to eliminate stomach acid, buy anti-acid drugs from the pharmacy. - Chewing gum can help produce more saliva and eliminate bad breath. - Avoid consuming sugary and protein foods, and since one of the main causes of this condition is related to the foods you consume, you must pay attention to your diet during recovery. - Quit smoking. - It is better to consult a dentist about decay or tooth decay.

Dr. Abdul Hosseini

Surgeon and advanced laparoscopic surgery fellowship, bariatric and metabolic surgery, metabolic surgery for the treatment of type 2 diabetes