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Hi all...I had surg.last week and my breath is nasty. Is it from ketosis??? Brushing and gargle helps a little. HOw long does it last, food tastes Yucky too. Thanks for listening.

Deb, Call the dieticians. It most likely is ketosis. They will have you drink either juice (grape) or another high carb liquid. Call them for what they recommend best for you. Some people seem to think that ketosis is a good thing, but it's not. It means that since the body isn't finding carbs in it's normal way, it's seeking other sources. It will even attack muscles if you let it go on too long..so please, call the dieticians in the morning..k? Sherri ps...welcome to the losing side. It's wonderful here!

Thanks Sherri...I will call or e-mail them today. I see by your postings you are maybe an eastsider too. Thanks for responding to my call for help.

Deb, Yes, I'm an east-sider. There doesn't seem to be many of us..lol. I'm near 38th & Shadeland. You? Other than the funky breath, how are you feeling? You should be having your first check-up soon. Then get that darn drainage tubing out. You will be amazed at how much better you feel after getting that sucker out. Sherri

that was my biggest complaint about the whole surgery , that lasted weeks for me .. it even made food taste nasty , seemed like i was drinking poison , but it will go away.