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How Can Sore Throat And Acid Reflux Along With Halitosis Be Treated?

Good evening, I am suffering from a sore throat and burning in my chest, especially after I eat. I also have a bad case of halitosis. I went to two different dentist who told me that there is nothing wrong with my teeth nor gums to be causing this condition and that I should see my general doctor to find out what is going on internally that would cause these conditions. I went to my doctor and she told me to go to the dentist. Are you able to help?
Tue, 20 Mar 2018
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Hello,

Bad breath is 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 etcetera. As you have an acid reflux problem, it can be a cause for bad breath. For this, you can take antacids like Milk of Magnesia and proton pump inhibitors like Omeprazole.

As of now, you should start gargling with a flavored mouthwash twice a day. You should chew flavored sugar-free chewing gum. 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 I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Honey Arora
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How Can Sore Throat And Acid Reflux Along With Halitosis Be Treated?

Hello, Bad breath is 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 etcetera. As you have an acid reflux problem, it can be a cause for bad breath. For this, you can take antacids like Milk of Magnesia and proton pump inhibitors like Omeprazole. As of now, you should start gargling with a flavored mouthwash twice a day. You should chew flavored sugar-free chewing gum. 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 I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Honey Arora