TITLE

Bad Breath Could Signal H. Pylori Infection

PUB. DATE

October 2003

SOURCE

Indiana Business Magazine;Oct2003, Vol. 47 Issue 10, p7

SOURCE TYPE

Periodical

DOC. TYPE

Article

ABSTRACT

Focuses on the study suggesting that persistent bad breath could be a sign that an individual is infected with ulcer-causing Helicobacter pylori. Medicines given to people with indigestion and bad breath to eliminate the bacterium; Success of resolving the symptoms of halitosis and hunger-like pain; Advantage of cleaning the teeth and gums.

ACCESSION #

11122874

 

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