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Hi there, i suffer from achalasia but at the moment when i vomit i the back of my throat tastes like sewage- what does this mean?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Backup: It looks like that the food may be staying in your stomach too long due to delayed emptying as well. You need to consult a gastroenterologist to find out what is going on.

Answered 1/21/2016

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A member asked:

Hi there, i suffer from achalasia but at the moment when i vomit i the back of my throat tastes like sewage- what does this mean?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Chiu answered

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