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What Causes Extreme Hunger Shortly After Eating?

Posted on Wed, 24 Jun 2015

Question: Why do I feel hungry again shortly after I've eaten a meal? My meals have plenty of protein. Usually, it's a craving for something sweet or carbs.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Klerida Shehu (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
acid reflux to be confirmed by upper endoscopy..

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

I understand your concerns.

Being hungry shortly after eating a meal is a sign of possible acid reflux. Upper endoscopy is advised to evaluate possible changes in the upper GI tract mucosa.

For the moment, I advise to:
- eat often and small portions
- do not rush when chewing up
- take PPIs and antacids after eating
- drink plenty of water to be well hydrated

Hope it was of help.
Dr.Klerida

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Klerida Shehu (9 hours later)

What makes you think it isn't an overgrowth of candida in my gut?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Klerida Shehu (9 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Candida overgrowth has different symptoms

Detailed Answer:
Hi back,

candida overgrowth is characterised by symptoms different from yours, like change in bowel movement, bloating,diarrhea.

Feeling hungry all the time is due to:
- stomach issues (gastritis, GERD )
- hypoglycaemia

and not related to candida overgrowth.

Hope it was of help!
Dr.Klerida

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar