Did you know that there is actually a connection between bad breath and allergies?  As if it's not bad that you need to suffer watery eyes and the itchiness of allergies, now you need to deal with chronic halitosis during allergy season as well!  But what is the connection between bad breath and allergies and what can you do about it?

Reasons Behind Bad Breath Allergies
There are a few reasons for the connection between bad breath and allergies, and one seems to be allergy medicines that most people take.  Because of the antihistamine properties of these medicines, it seems that they cause a decrease in the production of saliva which makes the inside of your mouth very dry. 

Dry mouth is a leading cause of bad breath, and allergies sometimes cause dry mouth on their own simply because your sinuses are draining during this time.  All the saliva that would normally be in your mouth is being diverted to the back of your throat to help with this draining action.

These two reasons for dry mouth are connected to bad breath and allergies, but both can be addressed.  If you take medications for allergies that cause your mouth to be dry or if you just notice that you get dry mouth when your allergies flare up, be sure to hydrate yourself at all times.  Have a bottle of water with you wherever you go; you're more likely to drink the water if you have it with you! 

Avoid caffeinated beverages as much as possible since caffeine actually makes your body lose moisture.  You can also chew sugarless gum to combat bad breath and allergies since the chewing action stimulates your salivary glands and helps to keep your mouth moist.  The mint smell can also help to mask the bad breath while you wait for the allergies to pass.

Your doctor can usually help with bad breath and allergies as well.  If you're taking medication that causes you to have dry mouth, speak to your doctor about it.  He or she may adjust your medication or be able to prescribe something additional to take care of this problem.  Your bad breath and allergies might also be connected to your adenoids or tonsils, if they're not functioning or draining properly.  An allergist or even a dentist can perform a thorough exam and perhaps recommend a procedure to have your tonsils lanced and drained.

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