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Tongue scum

by scoutpilot, May 12, 2006 12:00AM

Tags: Health, dentist, liver, Thyroid, Work

Every morning I have a stubborn crud on my tongue. It takes a special tongue scraper and a lot od pressure to get it off. Once off, my breath is improved and my mouth feels cleaner. I know this is gross, but I don't know how else to explain it. I read somewhere that this is do to a sluggish liver. Is that true and how do I get this to stop? I don't of anyone else who has this problem and it doesn't matter what I eat.

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by AndiJ78, May 12, 2006 12:00AM

You should consult your dentist. There are a few products available to help loosen the "scum" before using the tongue scraper. That is one of the most common causes of bad breath, but have never heard a correlation to liver problems.

Andi

by complete, May 14, 2006 12:00AM

Hi,You may have a thyroid problem.Get it checked if its ok,then you may have some dental work that need looking at.Another thought is the fact you make not be drinking enough water.Good luck.

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