What is the reason for persistent bad breath since childhood?

Question

Hello doctor,

Since childhood, I have suffered from mouth odor or bad breath. Now at 34 years, it is getting worse. Once I open my mouth to speak, people run or cover their noses or turn away from me. As a result, I have lost every confidence I could ever have. It has affected me in all areas of my life. Especially socially, I do not keep friends or relationships. I do not attend parties or functions except when it is necessary. I am going down, almost like a living corpse. My tonsils were removed while finding cures. I tried oxygenated pastes; I brushed every time. It is almost like nothing works. I really need help.

Thank you.

Answer 1

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I read your query and understand your concern.

As per your complaint, bad breath, or halitosis, can occur due to several causes like poor oral hygiene, oral and dental infections, post-nasal drip, sinusitis, acid reflux, respiratory infections, diabetes, etc. You should consult an oral physician or an otorhinolaryngologist and get evaluated; thorough clinical evaluation and investigations depending upon suspected cause can help diagnose. Treatment of the underlying cause will relieve the symptoms. My advice:

It would help if you started gargling with a flavored mouthwash twice a day.
You should chew flavored, sugar-free chewing gum.
Chew cardamom when around people to mask the bad smell.
Do warm saline gargles twice a day.
Limit the intake of high-aroma foods like onion and garlic.
Drink plenty of water and maintain good oral hygiene.

Hope this helps.

Thank you.

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