Successful treatment of gut-caused halitosis with a suspension of living non-pathogenic Escherichia coli bacteria--a case report

Eur J Pediatr. 2001 Oct;160(10):592-4. doi: 10.1007/s004310100831.

Abstract

In up to 90% of cases, severe halitosis is a result of gastrointestinal or orolaryngeal problems. This case study reports on a girl with bad breath caused by increased formation of malodorous intestinal gases (halitosis), which could be successfully treated with a suspension of living non-pathogenic bacteria Escherichia coli.

Conclusion: in unclear cases of bad breath, an increased formation of intestinal gases should also be considered.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Breath Tests
  • Child
  • Escherichia coli*
  • Female
  • Ferritins / deficiency
  • Halitosis / etiology
  • Halitosis / therapy*
  • Humans
  • IgA Deficiency / diagnosis
  • Intestinal Diseases / complications
  • Intestinal Diseases / therapy*
  • Mass Spectrometry / methods
  • Probiotics / therapeutic use*

Substances

  • Ferritins