Abstract
Halitosis (bad breath) has been defined as offensive odors emitted from the mouth. Although bad breath is a common complaint, identifying the cause and developing an appropriate treatment plan can be difficult. A thorough examination must be performed to rule out an oral source.
MeSH terms
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Bacteria, Anaerobic / metabolism
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Breath Tests
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Cranial Nerve Diseases / diagnosis
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Feeding Behavior
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Halitosis / diagnosis*
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Halitosis / etiology
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Halitosis / therapy*
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Humans
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Physical Examination
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Respiratory Tract Diseases / complications
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Sulfhydryl Compounds / metabolism