Patient's question:
I already have a child and don't want another one now. I've always been quite overweight, and recently, I've been taking more weight-loss pills. But now my mouth has a very strong odor. Is it related to taking too many weight-loss pills? What should I do? Do most people experience this too?Doctor's answer:
Halitosis is caused by anaerobic bacteria in the mouth compressing sulfur-containing proteins to produce volatile sulfur compounds. Sulfur-containing proteins originate from the fecal mat in the intestines. The fecal mat continuously releases sulfur-containing proteins, which ascend to the mouth and are compressed by anaerobic bacteria to produce volatile sulfur compounds. These compounds are released from the back of the tongue and the pharynx, constituting halitosis. For patients, if the halitosis condition is severe, immediate symptomatic treatment and appropriate medication should be administered. Otherwise, it may lead to a recurrence of halitosis. Additionally, patients need to maintain a proper diet and stay in a positive mood. It is hoped that the answers to the above questions can assist everyone.