Bad breath is such a nuisance.
In the past, bad breath was often considered to be an incurable affliction. However, in recent years it has become increasingly evident that most cases of bad breath are usually treatable once the right diagnosis is made. Wait a minute. The bacteria on our tongue and in our mouth have an important protective role. When they are diminished drastically, say by the chronic use of antibiotics, then the tongue becomes prey to the colonization by Candida, a yeast-like organism that causes Candidiasis.