Dietary Guide: What Should You Eat if You Have a Perforated Esophagus?
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Immediately after a diagnosis, patients with a perforated esophagus are typically not allowed to eat or drink anything by mouth to allow the injury to heal. Navigating the dietary stages that follow—from liquids to soft foods—is critical for a safe recovery and to ensure you get proper nutrition while your esophagus mends.