Piplula 709 Posted July 31, 2012 So does anyone else have gum problems? My mouth was very healthy prior to surgery ..gums and teeth etc. My gums now are tender..even when I brush Sometimes I have an ulcer occasionally..I following the prescribed diet and brush twice a day..just wondered if this is a side effect similar to my vision changes that have now returned to normal. Just wondering if anyone else has experienced this? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rootman 1,101 Posted July 31, 2012 I had some issues, I think the reduction in calories and Protein may play a part. My last checkup things were just fine. Some gum problems are a sign of dehydration, be sure to get enough liquids in. 1 Piplula reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Piplula 709 Posted July 31, 2012 I had some issues' date=' I think the reduction in calories and Protein may play a part. My last checkup things were just fine. Some gum problems are a sign of dehydration, be sure to get enough liquids in.[/quote'] Just calculated my Fluid intake at 55.8 oz/day..it could be a bit more because I have a drink of Water at night ..I will try and increase my fluid intake..it is hard for me still to get it in..but that isn't too bad. I welcome you advice! Thanks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
traceyc 89 Posted July 31, 2012 I saw someone else mention sore gums before. My gums have always been tender, but it seemed like my whole mouth was achy in the beginning to about 2 months out. Have you been throwing up much? That I would think could also irritate them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Piplula 709 Posted July 31, 2012 I saw someone else mention sore gums before. My gums have always been tender' date=' but it seemed like my whole mouth was achy in the beginning to about 2 months out. Have you been throwing up much? That I would think could also irritate them.[/quote'] No..I don't throw up but I had GERD before surgery and I was one of the ones whose GERD got worse after surgery..but I take Dexilant 60mg/day and it's under control. So..maybe this is a side effect that will correct its similar to my vision. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cmw10000 35 Posted July 31, 2012 I have mouth alcers occasionally but it seems that it is when I have drank my Water with the Mio or other floavorings with a lot of citric acid. pineapple especially bothers me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Piplula 709 Posted July 31, 2012 Now..last week I did drink my Water with a splash of cranberry juice..but it never did that before ..weird Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
