Having a smell I can't stand. What is it from my surgery? I haven't had anything but water since Monday morning. Not due to start shakes till this coming Monday. Thanks!

I don't know what it is... maybe Ketosis? I had it when I had the sleeve and I have it again and I cannot stand it. It's a particular smell that is really horrible!

Bad breath is one of the most under-expected concerns that frequently develops after weight loss surgery. While it is not something that impacts every weight loss patient in the same way, it is something that should be recognized following your bariatric procedure.

There are several primary causes that can cause bad breath to develop following your bariatric procedure. These include:

* Dehydration

* The inability of food to exit the stomach pouch

* Ketosis caused by rapid weight loss

While bad breath may not be as severe a health issue following surgery as other potential concerns, it is something that can interfere with your quality of life and general comfort level, and therefore is worth addressing. Luckily, bad breath is usually preventable or treatable by understanding the precise cause of the issue, and taking several basic preventative steps.

Source: https://www.flowersbariatriccenter.com/patient-resources/health-issues-after-weight-loss-surgery/bad-breath-after-weight-loss-surgery/

Ketosis can cause dry mouth. One of the solutions is to rinse you mouth with Biotene Mouthwash.

Here is an article about the subject. https://ketoconcern.com/dry-mouth-keto-diet/

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