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Accdg to my mom she has been diagnosed of having an infection in her throat that produces foul smell. i believe im having the same thing.
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Foul breath: Tyr gargling with mouth wash and brushing tongue with toothbrush. If swollen glands develop see physician.
Answered 2/16/2013
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Foul smell: Food can get caught in tonsillar area, condition known as zenker diverticulum can cause foul smell.
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