What to do if your 5 year old baby has bad breath

Bad breath in 5-year-old babies is usually caused by oral problems, digestive problems or defecation problems, and it is necessary to clarify the cause of the disease, and then standardize the treatment according to the specific situation.
1. Oral problems: if dental caries, gingivitis and other causes of bad breath need oral treatment, such as dental filling treatment, gum rinsing and so on. Usually pay attention to oral hygiene, do not let the baby eat snacks before going to bed at night, pay attention to the correct method of brushing teeth, and rinse the mouth with warm water in time after meals.
2. Digestive problems: Bad breath caused by indigestion, need to take to improve digestion for treatment, such as oral Baohe granules, compound pepsin powder to promote digestion, and so on. You should pay attention to reasonable diet and moderate exercise to improve digestion.
3. Bowel problems: Bad breath caused by constipation leading to abnormal fermentation in the intestines needs to be treated by promoting bowel movements, such as taking lactulose. Usually let the child to develop a good habit of defecation, to avoid causing repeated constipation.
If the bad breath of a 5-year-old baby persists, it is recommended to consult a doctor. All of the above medications should be used under the guidance of a doctor, avoid self-medication, in order to avoid adverse consequences.