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Does a cold cause bad breath or bad taste in mouth?
9 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
It can: Bacteria and/or viruses associated with colds and upper respiratory illnesses can cause bad breath
Answered 10/16/2015
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Possibly: Sinus infections can certainly cause halitosis.
Answered 10/16/2015
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Yes it can: so can a bacterial infection. If not getting better in a few days see your doctor.
Answered 10/21/2015
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It is possible: However, in the majority of cases, the cause of bad breath or halitosis, poor dental hygiene or may be a sign of other serious health problems. See your dentist for Halimeter test and bad breath treatment that depends on its cause
Answered 10/21/2015
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