Mouth Problems, Noninjury
When To See a Doctor
You have answered Yes to:
Have you noticed changes in the way your breath smells?
See significance of breath changes if you need information to help you answer the questions below.
Review health risks that may increase the seriousness of your symptoms.
Call your health professional today if you answer "Yes" to the following question.
Yes Do you have a fruity odor to your breath?
You need an appointment within the next 1 to 2 weeks if you answer "Yes" to any of the following questions.
Yes Do you have bad breath, changed breath, or an odd breath odor that has not improved with 1 week of home treatment?
Yes Have your family or friends told you that you have bad breath?
If you have answered "No" to the above questions, go back to Check Your Symptoms and continue to answer the questions to evaluate your symptoms.
| Author: | Susan Van Houten, RN, BSN, MBA | Last Updated: December 1, 2006 |
| Medical Review: | Martin Gabica, MD - Family Medicine William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine Steven K. Patterson, BSc, DDS, MPH - Dentist | |
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