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Halitosis

Also known as Bad Breath.

Halitosis is most commonly caused by poor dental hygiene, leading to decaying teeth and gum disease. However, it may also be caused by eating certain foods (for example, garlic), oral dryness, stress, hunger (ketosis) and smoking. More serious causes include chronic failure of the kidneys, lungs and liver.