Patient's question:
Two years ago, at the age of 19, I often felt I had bad breath. At the time, I didn't pay much attention, but over time, I realized my bad breath never really stopped. I frequently experienced dry mouth and the urge to drink water. My tongue was often white, and the odor became stronger in the morning. At night, it was also quite intense, with a constant feeling of phlegm in my mouth, as if I couldn't clear it out completely. After meals, the bad breath would return after a while—what could be the reason?Doctor's answer:
Here is the English translation of the provided text, with line breaks preserved as instructed:Morning and evening halitosis reasons
Oral autopsies reveal that halitosis is not due to infrequent handwashing, but primarily the result of excessive cold drink consumption, stomach function being trapped by cold pathogens, and excessive Yangming dryness fire.
Latest disease research has found that 90% of recurring halitosis patients suffer from oral issues. Conditions such as gingivitis, periodontitis, and dental caries may all lead to the recurrence of halitosis. However, the most common cause of halitosis remains periodontitis. The high incidence of periodontitis has made halitosis patients a vast group.
Halitosis is not a single disease but rather caused by many different conditions, such as oral diseases, nasopharyngeal diseases, and certain systemic diseases. In addition to receiving proper treatment for halitosis, patients should also pay attention to dietary habits, such as maintaining a light diet and engaging in regular outdoor activities. Meanwhile, patients should also be mindful of their choices.