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Middletown, NY
A 29-year-old female asked about a male:

My 10 year old son doesn't eat large amounts of food and we follow a reflux diet. we can't seem to shake the rotten egg breath, no burps, no gas.

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Dr. Chad Rudnick
Pediatrics 12 years experience
Halitosis: Halitosis (bad breath) is not usually from reflux. There are several other causes for halitosis. Start with your pediatrician. And dentist. A visit with the ENT may be needed as well.
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