Halitosis

Halitosis
Related Category: Pathology
(hl´´t´ss), unpleasant odor carried on the breath. It is usually the result of gum disorder, tooth decay, smoking, indulgence in aromatic foods, or a mild digestive upset.
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Alternate Names
: Bad Breath, Halitosis
Breath Odor: Home Care & Treatment
Use proper dental hygiene (especially flossing), and remember that mouthwashes are not effective in treating the underlying problem.
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If previously normal breath turns into halitosis, causes could include: Food or beverages consumed (such as cabbage, garlic, raw onions, or coffee)
Vitamin supplements (especially in large doses)
Poor dental hygiene ...
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Halitosis
The causes of bad breath are numerous. They include:
Food. The breakdown of food particles in and around your teeth can cause a foul odor. Eating foods containing volatile oils is another source of bad breath.
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HALITOSIS (Bad Breath)
SYMPTOMS"The breath has an unpleasant odor.
CAUSES"Touch the back of your hand with your tongue, and then smell it. This is a simple test which may tell you something you need to know.
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Pouches in the neck usually cause bad breath (halitosis) and the regurgitation of swallowed food and saliva. Some patients with Zenker's diverticula can push on their neck and make old food appear in their mouths.
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Bad breath, also called halitosis, can be made worse by the types of food you eat and other unhealthy lifestyle habits. Source:WebMD Medical Reference from The Cleveland Clinic ...
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Alternative Names:
Bad breath; Halitosis
Considerations:
Some disorders will produce specific, characteristic odors to the breath.
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with constipation include infrequent bowel movements, hard stools, straining when passing a motion, cramps, abdominal bloating, flatulence, with a desire to defecate but an inability to pass a stool. Related symptoms include headaches, halitosis, ...
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