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  • 38 Years
  • 22/01/2025

I'm worried about my cousin who seems to have chronic bad breath. It's becoming quite noticeable and I'm not sure how he can fix it. Are there any medications or treatments you'd recommend for his problem? I'm really hoping for some guidance on how to tackle this issue.

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Dr. Dr Shubham Chauhan

Dr Shubham Chauhan

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  • MBBS
  • 4+ Yrs
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Listerine gargles orally ,twice daily for 3 months is advised to the patient.

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