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When detoxing/cleansing is there precautions us gastric bypass patients have to take?

cbeuksFeb 16, 2015
I'd like to detox and cleanse after a few drinks and in hopes I just feel better in general. Also, I've also been experiencing very painful bloating. What can I do to IMMEDIATELY relieve this pain? (Because it's sometimes unbearable) I've been researching how to naturally take care of digestive issues, like using ginger etc. Any precautions? I keep reading...ask your doctor before detoxing etc. My gastric bypass doctor seems to be too busy to handle my issues.

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Dr. Wiljon W. Beltre, MD
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Answered on Aug 12, 2015
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