Breath odor

I have being having breath odors for years now I have being to several dental specialist they do cleaning they checked for saliva no cavities , finally they suggested I see a gastroenterologist they did colon testing everything was normal all they did was give me samples for acid reflects that did not work . In the past year or so I started to have urinary problems where my urine also has a smell and strong color even dough I drink plenty of liquids , my lower back and lower abdomen also hurt very bad specially when I lye down . Please help me I have being to very doctor and spend a lot of money and I'm still have not solved my breath problem.

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
Foul smell in the breath is known as halitosis. The smell is due to gases produced by the action of certain bacteria on protein and other substances. These bacteria may be present on your tongue, in your mouth, Gums , nose, tonsils, esophagus or stomach. It’s advisable to consult your otorhinolaryngologist for the sinus examination, dentist for oral care, pulmonologist for lung examination and a gastroenterologist for upper gi examination, in that order.

It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
Foul smell in the breath is known as halitosis. The smell is due to gases produced by the action of certain bacteria on protein and other substances. These bacteria may be present on your tongue, in your mouth, Gums , nose, tonsils, esophagus or stomach. It’s advisable to consult your otorhinolaryngologist for the sinus examination, dentist for oral care, pulmonologist for lung examination and a gastroenterologist for upper gi examination, in that order.

It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.