Question
It is often observed that children have a sour smell in their mouths, especially in the morning when they wake up, and this situation is more severe. Similar situations can also occur during the day. Even if children brush their teeth daily, there is no odor in their mouth, but the exhaled gas has an odor. Sometimes the tongue appears red with a thick white coating in the middle. How should this condition be treated?
Answer
The root cause of oral odor lies in a decline in the body’s immunity, leading to dysregulation of internal organ functions and difficulty in balancing and inhibiting pathogenic microorganisms that produce malodorous compounds. When these microorganisms reproduce in large numbers and reach a certain aggregate amount, they produce high concentrations of malodorous compounds as they absorb and decompose nutrients within the body. When these gases reach high concentrations, they enter the bloodstream and are transported to the lungs and stomach, ultimately being excreted through the mouth and nose. Therefore, the treatment of oral odor should focus on enhancing the body’s immunity, adjusting internal organ functions, and seeking professional medical advice.