What does halitosis mean?
Definitions for halitosis
ˌhæl ɪˈtoʊ sɪshal·i·to·sis
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Princeton's WordNet
halitosisnoun
offensive breath
Wiktionary
halitosisnoun
The condition of having stale or foul-smelling breath.
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halitosis
Bad breath, also known as halitosis, is a symptom in which a noticeably unpleasant breath odour is present. It can result in anxiety among those affected. It is also associated with depression and symptoms of obsessive compulsive disorder.The concerns of bad breath may be divided into genuine and non-genuine cases. Of those who have genuine bad breath, about 85% of cases come from inside the mouth. The remaining cases are believed to be due to disorders in the nose, sinuses, throat, lungs, esophagus, or stomach. Rarely, bad breath can be due to an underlying medical condition such as liver failure or ketoacidosis. Non-genuine cases occur when someone complains of having bad breath but other people cannot detect it. This is estimated to make up between 5% and 72% of cases.The treatment depends on the underlying cause. Initial efforts may include tongue cleaning, mouthwash, and flossing. Tentative evidence supports the use of mouthwash containing chlorhexidine or cetylpyridinium chloride. While there is tentative evidence of benefit from the use of a tongue cleaner it is insufficient to draw clear conclusions. Treating underlying disease such as gum disease, tooth decay, tonsil stones, or gastroesophageal reflux disease may help. Counselling may be useful in those who falsely believe that they have bad breath.Estimated rates of bad breath vary from 6% to 50% of the population. Concern about bad breath is the third most common reason people seek dental care, after tooth decay and gum disease. It is believed to become more common as people age. Bad breath is viewed as a social taboo and those affected may be stigmatized. People in the United States spend more than $1 billion per year on mouthwash to treat it.
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halitosis
Halitosis is a medical term that refers to chronic bad breath that is not improved by regular oral or hygiene practices like brushing or flossing. It might be a symptom of an underlying health problem such as oral infections, metabolic disorders, or gastrointestinal issues.
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Halitosis
Halitosis or bad breath occurs when noticeably unpleasant odors are exhaled in breathing. Halitosis is estimated to be the third most frequent reason for seeking dental aid, following tooth decay and periodontal disease.
U.S. National Library of Medicine
Halitosis
An offensive, foul breath odor resulting from a variety of causes such as poor oral hygiene, dental or oral infections, or the ingestion of certain foods.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of halitosis in Chaldean Numerology is: 1
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of halitosis in Pythagorean Numerology is: 4
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- بخرArabic
- Zápach z ústCzech
- MundgeruchGerman
- halitosisSpanish
- بوی بد دهانPersian
- halitoseFrench
- באשתHebrew
- andremma, andfýlaIcelandic
- alitosiItalian
- 口臭Japanese
- fētor ēx ōre, halitosisLatin
- foetor ex oreDutch
- halitosisNorwegian
- Cuchnący oddechPolish
- halitosePortuguese
- неприятный запах изо рта, галитозRussian
- నోటి దుర్వాసనTelugu
- halitosisUrdu
- 口臭Chinese
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