You Never Thought These 4 Things Could Cause Persistent Bad Breath
And not everything is related to diet or lack of oral hygiene. A doctor explains everything.
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Could it be that you have bad breath for several hours just because of something you ate or because you didn't brush your teeth well, for example? The truth is that these are some of the most common causes, but not the only ones.
On the 'website' Well+Good, otolaryngologist Jason Abramowitz explained some of the lesser-known reasons for persistent bad breath. Get to know them.
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Constipation or infection
"Mucus usually mixes with some normal bacteria from the throat, which can cause a bad smell."
Allergies
"They can cause the same symptoms as a cold. Therefore, there is the same probability of getting bad breath."
Swollen tonsils
"Food can come into contact with these bacteria and cause an unpleasant odor."
Reflux
"Stomach acid can come back up into the throat and cause a bad taste and smell in the mouth."
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