Get Rid Bad Breath

A Japanese study published in the Journal of Medical Microbiology has shown a strong link between Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori, the bacteria that can cause stomach ulcers and stomach cancer) and gum disease. However, you may see articles on the internet and on the news incorrectly stating that this bacteria causes bad breath. Dr. Nao [...]

Researchers in Japan have found a link between Helicobacter pylori and bad breath (halitosis). Helicobacter pylori is known to cause stomach ulcers, and doctors have long suspected that some cases of bad breath (halitosis) are linked to stomach problems but, until now, scientific proof has been lacking. The study, reported in the Journal of Medical [...]

ScienceDaily (Oct. 13, 2008) — Some bacteria may help protect against the development of a type of esophageal cancer, known as adenocarcinoma, according to a new review of the medical literature. These bacteria, which are called Helicobacter pylori, live in the stomachs of humans. The review, published in the October issue of Cancer Prevention Research, [...]

HALITOSIS AND HELICOBACTER PYLORI : A CASE STUDY Authors: Martin Atkinson-Barr, Ph.D., Barry J. Marshall, M.D.Keywords: halitosis, Helicobacter pylori, breath, anaerobic bacteria, achlorhydria, gastritis, antibiotic therapy, tetracycline, metronidazole, bismuth, triple therapy.Journal: Helicobacter Web. 1996; vol2:p1 Table of Contents Abstract Introduction Case Report Discussion Editor’s Comments References Abstract We report a case study of a patient [...]

Gretchen and Others: Follow your instincts. If you are still having symptoms after a reasonable amount of time or if your symptoms are worse, then you should insist on another H. Pylori test. I don’t care what the gastro. doctors say. I don’t know if relating my own story would be of benefit to you, [...]

Hi, It’s reassuring to know there are people out there who have had the same trouble. I’ve gotten pretty sick and tired of smelling this awful smell that seems to be coming from my mouth. My family and friends tell me I’m going mad. Right up until someone says ‘who farted’ and no-one has! And [...]

Have you heard or read that there is a stomach bacteria that causes bad breath? It has been suggested that one of the causes of bad breath is Helicobacter pylori, the organism that causes stomach ulcers and ulcers in the duodenum. There is a laboratory test for the presence of this organism that detects a [...]

Bad Breath Linked To Bacteria That Cause Stomach Ulcer And Cancer Featured Article Main Category: Dentistry Also Included In: Cancer / Oncology; GastroIntestinal / Gastroenterology; Biology / Biochemistry Article Date: 24 Nov 2008 – 0:00 PDT email to a friend printer friendly view / write opinions Patient / Public: 4.26 (19 votes) Health Professional: 3.17 [...]

Researchers have long known that yogurt, a fermented milk product containing live bacteria, is a healthy source of calcium, protein, and other nutrients. Some brands of yogurt are now made with “probiotics” certain types of bacteria intended to improve health. The new yogurt represents a unique approach to fighting stomach ulcers, which affect 25 million [...]

Bacteria that cause stomach ulcers and cancer could also be giving us bad breath, according to research published in the December issue of the Journal of Medical Microbiology. For the first time, scientists have found Helicobacter pylori living in the mouths of people who are not showing signs of stomach disease. The mouth is home [...]