Patient's question:
My child is seven years old and has been experiencing severe bad breath recently, which is particularly noticeable when he wakes up in the morning. He usually suffers from slight constipation, with bowel movements occurring approximately every two days. What are the causes of bad breath in a 7-year-old boy?Doctor's answer:
This situation is caused by some accumulation of undigested food in the child, leading to poor digestion and stomach fire. It can be improved by using some tonifying medicine appropriately. It is recommended that you eat a little less at dinner, especially avoid greasy food. You can give the child Xiao'er Kang Granules or Qing Wei Huo Capsules for a period of time, and it will improve.Halitosis is a very serious condition. It is advised that the patient seek timely symptomatic treatment. It is hoped that the patient can follow the doctor's advice for symptomatic treatment. At the same time, pay attention to dietary issues and avoid spicy and irritating foods to prevent worsening the condition.