Question:
what can I do to lessen the constant frothing from my mouth

I am 7 weeks post op and started this constant frothing at 6 weeks post. It is awful, sometimes it makes me gag & I throw up. Is there anything that will lessen the froth? My doctor says it could last for 16 weeks!    — Cheryl J. (posted on October 26, 2002)

October 26, 2002
hi, i read about this in my surgery guide that was given to me by my surgeon's office. They say that drinking warm liquid like hot tea helps thin the mucous so it's not frothing like that anymore. hope that helps!
   — Iris B.

October 26, 2002
Besides the hot beverage idea mentioned before, avoiding milky products help. While it's true that milk doesn't really increase mucus, it does seem to effect the amount of frothing going on in the stomach. I've heard mentioned that eating something acidic can help too. Acid helps decrease the frothing - just don't do a steady diet of this. I ate chopped fresh tomatoes (without skin), low-acid orange juice (I believe Minute Maid puts that out),
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October 26, 2002
WHOOPS - posted early lol - Besides the hot beverage idea mentioned before, avoiding milky products help. While it's true that milk doesn't really increase mucus, it does seem to effect the amount of frothing going on in the stomach. I've heard mentioned that eating something acidic can help too. Acid helps decrease the frothing - just don't do a steady diet of this. I ate chopped fresh tomatoes (without skin), low-acid orange juice (I believe Minute Maid puts that out), Dill pickles are a good choice (chew chew chew), Canned peaches, salad with lemon juice squirted on it, etc. Hope this helps!
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