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Is it true that taking a proton pump inhibitor for acid reflux can cause bad breath by allowing bacteria / fungi to accumulate in high ph environment?

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Not really: I have a lot if patients on ppi therapy and this is definitely not a common complaint. If this happens it is rare.

Answered 3/28/2013

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Doubtful: Much more likely that acid reflux will cause bad breath, as well as increase risk of oral pharyngeal cancer & ulcers. I'd take the prescribed medication unless advised otherwise by your doctor.

Dr Malerman and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 2/26/2020

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