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Definition
• Bad breath (halitosis) is the condition of excessive odor from mouth, sinus or lungs.
Overview
• Bad breath is usually due to bacterial overgrowth from an infection or decaying food material.
• Bad breath usually originates from the mouth or nasal airways. Good oral hygiene and adequate hydration is usually sufficient to control bad breath.
Other causes of bad breath include: chronic sinusitis, dental abscess, lung abscess.
This document is not intended to substitute for professional medical
advice. Do not use this information to diagnose or develop a treatment plan
for a health problem or disease without consulting your physician.
Updated March 1st 2009
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