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Suggest Treatment For Metallic Smell Bad Breath

My spouse told me that my breath smelled like metal. She then stated that it was coming from my pores and I smelled like metal all over. Not sure what can cause this. As far as I know, Sertraline 100 mg does not cause this. I did just start Nicotine patches, but I didn t think that was a side effect. Please help.
Tue, 13 Oct 2015
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Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Sertraline and Nicotine patch can not cause bad breath.
Bad breathing is mostly related to oral cavity problem like caries teeth, decayed teeth, gum bleeding, abscess, perotitis etc.
So better to consult dentist and get done clinical examination of oral cavity.
Avoid garlic and onions from the food.
Wash your mouth thoroughly after meals.
Drink plenty of fluids orally.
Rinse your mouth with anti septic solution like chlorhexidine.
Don't worry, you will be alright.
Consult dentist and discuss all these.
Hope I have solved your query.
Wish you good health. Thanks.
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Suggest Treatment For Metallic Smell Bad Breath

Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. Sertraline and Nicotine patch can not cause bad breath. Bad breathing is mostly related to oral cavity problem like caries teeth, decayed teeth, gum bleeding, abscess, perotitis etc. So better to consult dentist and get done clinical examination of oral cavity. Avoid garlic and onions from the food. Wash your mouth thoroughly after meals. Drink plenty of fluids orally. Rinse your mouth with anti septic solution like chlorhexidine. Don t worry, you will be alright. Consult dentist and discuss all these. Hope I have solved your query. Wish you good health. Thanks.