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First a little anatomy lesson;
There is a muscle at the bottom of the esophagus (the tube between the mouth and the stomach), called the 'lower esophageal sphincter' (LES), that tightens to close the opening to the stomach after a person stops eating and/or drinking to prevent the backing up (reflux) of stomach content into the esophagus.
So the reason why stomach acid, or any liquid/food, comes back up from the stomach and into the mouth (also called regurgitation) is because this muscle has not done what it was supposed to do at that time. It either became loose, or didn't close all the way.
Causes that loosen this muscle can be many - from taking certain medications (pain pills, muscle relaxers, etc.), eating certain foods and drinks (chocolate, peppermint, citrus fruits/drinks, alcohol, soda, coffee, etc.) to the position of the body (bending over a certain way), or anything that causes extra pressure on the stomach, even certain medical conditions.
If it only happens once or twice, I agree, it's not too much to worry about. Just drink some water to push/wash the acid back down into the stomach, because you don't want the acid to stay in the esophagus or back of throat because it can cause damage to teeth and the esophagus itself.
If it happens more often, a trip to a doctor, in order to find out or rule out any medical condition, such as GERD, Acid Reflux, hernia, or any other contributing factor.
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You probably ate fried or greasy food. When fried or greasy food is consumed, your body must create more acid to break it down. When the food is gone, the acid remains. Your body slowly gets rid of the excess acid, but slowly. The acid is so hot, that it slowly rises, like a hot air balloon. Then, your mouth! Don't worry, it should do it once or twice, then go away.
What else can I help you with?
Why does puke come out of your mouth?
You Reguritate or vomit, to get out stomach acid that has been bubbled up and is ready to come out. So the only exit is the nose or mouth (It is most comon in the mouth).
Why is it bad to drink hydrochloric acid if your stomach has hydrochloric acid?
Because your stomach is well lined with mucus producing cells that line the stomach with mucus that keep HCl from digesting the stomach it has been secreted into. When you vomit the mucus come up with the acid to protect, to a degree, you esophagus and mouth. Hydrochloric acid ingested would burn tour mouth and esophagus on the way to your stomach.
Why do you think reducing the amount of acid in the stomach would help to heal stomach ulcers?
Because then the mucus will have time to come back and protect the stomach lining from creating ulcers.
Would pepsin work in your mouth?
No. Pepsin is the active form of a protein manufactured in the stomach called pepsinogen. In order to become active, it has to come into contact with HCl (hydrochloric acid). HCl isn't present in your mouth (I hope!), so pepsinogen, even if it WERE in your mouth, could never become active there.No, the pepsin enzyme is located in the stomach, the enzymes amylase and lipase are found in saliva in the mouth
Does snake babies come out of there mouth or stomach?
Depends on the snake
Why stomach acid doesn't come up with throw up?
It does....
Where does stomach acid come from?
the stomach acid is made up of hydrochloric acid which kill the bacteria, gastric juices from the lining which contain digestive enzyme pepsin which breaks down the protein molecules into amino acids. the hydrochloric acid allows pepsin to act. hope this helped...
What is the esophageal spintcher do?
The esophageal sphincter is a ring-like muscle at the top and bottom of the esophagus that helps control the flow of food and liquids into and out of the stomach. The lower esophageal sphincter prevents stomach acid from flowing back into the esophagus, helping to prevent acid reflux.
How come when we hang upside down our stomach acid doesn't spill out?
The stomach is designed with a series of muscular valves that help keep stomach acid in place regardless of the body's position. These valves, along with gravity, work together to prevent stomach acid from spilling out when hanging upside down. Additionally, the stomach lining is also designed to withstand the acidic environment and prevent leakage.
How can mouth bad odor come from stomach?
Bad breath, or halitosis, can originate from the stomach due to several factors, such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), which allows stomach acid and undigested food to enter the esophagus and mouth. Additionally, certain digestive issues, like bacterial overgrowth or gastrointestinal infections, can produce foul-smelling gases that can be expelled through the mouth. Foods that are poorly digested can also contribute to bad breath when they ferment in the stomach. Overall, oral hygiene, diet, and underlying digestive health play crucial roles in the presence of mouth odor linked to the stomach.
Can you die from vomiting too much?
yes you will have your lunges come out of your mouth and then your stomach then your heart and so on
Does hydrochloric acid taste good?
It tastes like death. It will kill you. Hydrochloric Acid will slowly burn and melt away your oesophagus (the tube from your mouth to stomach). If you somehow survive, you'll probably never swallow again and will have to be fed through an artificial tube for the rest of your life. Stick to drinking Pepsi.
