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My tonsils were removed before 2 years, and I am getting tonsil stones now. What to do?
Query: Hello, I am 24 yrs old now, and I had my tonsils removed before 2 years because of halitosis. After few weeks, tonsil stones came back as Normal.Should I repeat surgery or what should I do to treat halitosis. Thanks. Read Full »
Dr. Bhadragiri Vageesh Padiyar
Answer: Hi Thanks for providing a brief history regarding the problem in concern. There is no question of developing stones in the oropharynx IF the tonsils have been removed completely (through whatever technique). Tonsils have crevices and the surface isnt flat and does have the tendency to accumilate foo... Read Full »
Why do I have bad breath when waking up in the morning?
Query: Hello doctor, I have a bad breath problem. I really feel a bad breath in my mouth when I wake up early in the morning. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I had gone through your question. I can understand your concern. There are two main general reasons for halitosis (bad breath) related to oral cavity or teeth and the second one is related to the stomach. For oral cavity related you need to check for any cavity, accumulat... Read Full »
I have a painless white patch inside my throat. What could this indicate?
Query: Hello doctor,I have noticed a white patch inside my throat, and I am not experiencing any pain currently. I am worried about what it is. Can you please tell me the problem?Thank you. Read Full »
Dr. Bhadragiri Vageesh Padiyar
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I have carefully reviewed the picture (attachments removed to protect patient’s identity) you sent. The area of concern appears to be a tonsillar stone, which is a calcification of food debris that becomes lodged in the tonsillar crevices.... Read Full »
I have foul-smelling and viscous saliva despite following good oral hygiene measures. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I have bad breath. It is not bad breath, but it is my saliva that smells very bad and it is very viscous. I have been having this problem for a long time. I brush twice a day, clean my tongue twice, and recently started using warm salt water as a mouthwash, but still, I have the problem. ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I focus on your health and wellness. Let us discuss this in detail below. Sometimes, the bacterial load in our stomach consists of more bad smell-producing bacteria. As you are already using salt water gargle, try eating a lot of probiotic curd and yogurt as this he... Read Full »
I have bad breath even after good oral hygiene. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 20-year-old female. I brush my teeth twice a day and use a tongue scraper to clean the tongue. I eat breakfast in the morning, and I take snacks in between meals. In addition, I drink plenty of water to keep me hydrated. But, I always have bad breath and am not able to freshen m... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I had gone through your question and I can understand your concern. It is not always dental issues which cause halitosis or bad breath, most of the time it is related to either respiratory tract system or gastric (stomach) issues. You need to visit a gastroenterologist ... Read Full »
I have bad breath after wearing dentures. Why is that?
Query: Hello doctor, I have had bad breath for the past two years. I also have complaints like dry mouth and dry tongue. I had a decayed tooth in the front two years back. I consulted a dentist and got it removed. I started wearing dentures to replace this missing tooth. I have been experiencing bad breath... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Candies will not cure halitosis. It just masks your taste with sweetness, and it is also harmful to your teeth. I need the following details to treat the symptoms of dry mouth and bad breath. 1. What antibiotics were taken after tooth remov... Read Full »
I have had chronic bad breath for a very long time. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 32-year-old female. I have been suffering from chronic bad breath for a very long time. However, my teeth and gums are fine. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. There is a misconception that bad breath is due to dental problems, but that is not always true. The patients remain untreated because of so many social and psychological issues. The bad breath can also be due to, Diabetes. Smoking. Lung infection. Chest disea... Read Full »
I have had bad breath for four years. Kindly help.
Query: Hi doctor, I am suffering from bad breath for more than four years. I consulted with the dentist but did not get rid of my bad breath. Please help me. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. As per your complaint, bad breath is also known as halitosis. It can occur due to a number of causes like poor oral hygiene, oral and dental infections, post-nasal drip, sinusitis, acid reflux, respiratory infections, and diabetes. You should consult an oral physician o... Read Full »
Why do I have bad breath even after maintaining proper oral hygiene?
Query: Hello doctor, I notice I have bad breath no matter how well I maintain proper teeth hygiene. What can help me in this regard? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com.Bad breath, also known as halitosis, can occur due to a number of causes like poor oral hygiene, oral and dental infections, postnasal drip, sinusitis, acid reflux, respiratory infections, diabetes, etc. You should consult an oral physician or an otolaryngologist and ge... Read Full »
Why do I have pimples on the back of my tongue?
Query: Hello doctor, I am 20 years old. A month ago, I noticed few small pimples at the back of my tongue and I thought that they will get alright on their own. But, they have been there for almost a month. And, I have halitosis too. I often have a sore throat as well, but it is not severe. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The bump can be due to a number of causes like oral infections, acid reflux, throat infections, or a post nasal drip. Halitosis or bad breath can occur due to poor oral hygiene, oral and dental infections, post nasal drip, sinusitis, acid reflux, respiratory infectio... Read Full »