Bad breath is a delicate but very common problem. According to statistics, one in four people over the age of 30 faces this problem. In many cases, the causes of bad breath are hidden in the oral cavity, but in some cases this problem may be related to diseases of the gastrointestinal tract or ENT organs.
Oku.AzAccording to information cited by gazeta.ru, the famous Russian gastroenterologist Ekaterina Shesler gave her recommendations on this matter.
He said it’s completely normal to have bad breath in the morning after sleeping or after eating strong-smelling foods.
“In all other cases, first of all, it is necessary to exclude oral cavity diseases: caries, gingivitis and poor hygiene; that is, it is very important to regularly use not only a toothbrush and toothpaste, but also dental floss and, if necessary, an irrigator. If the problem is not hygiene, you should consult a dentist,” the expert said.
According to the doctor, bad breath can also be related to chronic inflammation of the sinuses and congestion in the tonsils.
“In addition, some diseases of the gastrointestinal tract can cause it, for example, Zenker’s diverticulum (protrusion of the posterior wall of the esophagus). The disease can manifest itself with a feeling of itching in the throat, dry cough, sensation of something foreign in the body, increased salivation or gastroesophageal reflux, i.e. throwing up the contents of the stomach into the esophagus causes bad breath,” the gastroenterologist said.
He also said that this discomfort can be one of the symptoms of diabetes.
“The smell of ammonia can be a sign of chronic kidney failure. That’s why it’s so important to see a doctor in time when faced with this delicate problem, so as not to embarrass yourself and to rule out diseases that endanger your health,” Shesler concluded.
