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What Causes Constant Abdominal Bloating And Acid Reflux In An Elderly Person?
Question: My mother (86 years of age) is suffering from stomach issues. She is constantly bloated and has acid. She has lost some weight and her last blood tests show low iron and hemoglobin. She was on iron pills for 1 week, but had to stop yesterday due to an upcoming colonoscopy. She is having difficulty keeping food down. Although when she does vomit, it is mostly liquid and phlegm. She has had an ultrasound, but we don't have the results yet and she has an endoscopy and colonoscopy scheduled for next Tuesday. Any advice on what she should be eating would be helpful.
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Brief Answer:
Here are some advices.
Detailed Answer:
Hi dear User ! Thank you for posting your question here.
I read your concern and I understand.
Here are some advices for your mother :
-Drink planty of water it's important to stay hydrated (avoid dehydration )
In reflux the things that matter most are the ones that should be avoided.
- Avoid coffee, tea or any caffeinated beverages ,mint ,any alcohol (if she uses) chocolates;,fatty ,fried or spicey food,tobacco.
-Avoid foods that are acidic (or irritative):citrus fruit,tomatoes, onions.
-Avoid overeating (eat small meals several times/day.)
-Eat 3-4hours before bad time .
If she is overweight (loose weight)
-Avoid wearing tight jeans /clothes, do not put pressure on the stomach.
-Elevate head of bad (so her had can be 10cm high) to avoid symptoms during the night .
Try to eat boiled food ( avoid fried foods)
- Eat vegetables ,beans ,peas , broccoli ,increase intake of fiber in the diet,spinach,eggs that contain iron and don't irritate the reflux in the same time.
Hope i have answered your question.
If you have any further clarifications I will be happy to help.If not you can close the discussion.
Wish your mother food health.
Take Care !
Dr Balliu.
Here are some advices.
Detailed Answer:
Hi dear User ! Thank you for posting your question here.
I read your concern and I understand.
Here are some advices for your mother :
-Drink planty of water it's important to stay hydrated (avoid dehydration )
In reflux the things that matter most are the ones that should be avoided.
- Avoid coffee, tea or any caffeinated beverages ,mint ,any alcohol (if she uses) chocolates;,fatty ,fried or spicey food,tobacco.
-Avoid foods that are acidic (or irritative):citrus fruit,tomatoes, onions.
-Avoid overeating (eat small meals several times/day.)
-Eat 3-4hours before bad time .
If she is overweight (loose weight)
-Avoid wearing tight jeans /clothes, do not put pressure on the stomach.
-Elevate head of bad (so her had can be 10cm high) to avoid symptoms during the night .
Try to eat boiled food ( avoid fried foods)
- Eat vegetables ,beans ,peas , broccoli ,increase intake of fiber in the diet,spinach,eggs that contain iron and don't irritate the reflux in the same time.
Hope i have answered your question.
If you have any further clarifications I will be happy to help.If not you can close the discussion.
Wish your mother food health.
Take Care !
Dr Balliu.
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