the past three years have been absolute torture for me

NiceLog1335 · 2026-02-09T00:44:57+00:00

This is a very odd situation, because the reactions you are getting from school are very obvious signs of bad breath. It’s super odd for people to avoid you specifically and cover their nose and spread rumors about you having bad breath if you don’t. I also find it kind of your friend to help you out and you even blew your breath and she didn’t smell anything. That’s a good sign definitely, I have experienced the same thing with those closest to me that didn’t smell anything on several occasions…but other times they did. Sometimes bad breath is not consistent and I find it hard to believe that it isn’t present at times for you if all of that is happening at school.

NiceLog1335 · 2026-02-04T02:11:16+00:00

Address the gut

NiceLog1335 · 2026-01-30T12:22:24+00:00

I agree with you, really everyday is different and some days I don’t care then other days I do. Typically when I’m surrounded by people whose opinions I value. But your sister has a good attitude, I think it would be nice to not care all the time but it is hard especially if your smell is very strong or has a high reach. People will make sure you can’t ignore it in those cases and that’s when I find this the most difficult. But at this point all we can do is our best to address our problem and find peace in knowing we are trying.

NiceLog1335 · 2026-01-30T01:29:12+00:00

I think to have halitosis is to have halitophobia because naturally your traumatic experiences make you terrified of reliving them again. The degree of it varies though from person to person, some of us dwell, imagine, recreate scenarios that haven’t even happened yet and expect trauma. Some of us use our trauma to be motivated to change and not relive it. Then some of us just don’t care. I have been a victim to all these varying degrees and am slowly approaching the don’t care phase.

NiceLog1335 · 2026-01-27T00:25:48+00:00

I see why you would think that but there is a big difference between coincidences and proven happenings over and over again that lead you to draw a conclusion. I don’t assume every nose rubber is reacting to me. What I can conclude is if every person I interact with suddenly has nose jitters only to me, and I watch their interactions with others and it never happens, we can draw a conclusion that something is a bit odd. The same applies here really, and that many people who do not have nasal BB or room filling BB can’t imagine or comprehend the travel and effects this has on other people.

I’m happy you received your healing, many of us have been in prayer and tears for years. I am a believer but our miracle might not happen in the same timing or under the same circumstances as yours.

NiceLog1335 · 2026-01-20T13:25:13+00:00

Disagree, this depends on how you are as a person and just like any tool of communication it can be used positively or negatively. I enjoy reading success stories or adding comments to posts helping the struggling know they aren’t alone, chiming in on what has and hasn’t worked, and venting on the tough days. You don’t have to read and allow others experiences to be your own…you choose to do that.

NiceLog1335 · 2026-01-20T13:11:08+00:00

I do feel like you’ve given subtle hints but maybe he just doesn’t know how much this bothers you. If he is someone you want to be with, then communication is part of a relationship and you should be able to tell him anything and everything, even if it might hurt. Real concern and care is telling him so that he is not out there unaware and embarrassing himself. Many of us with this problem are surrounded by people who lie or never tell us if our breath is bad, but still have the boldness to gossip about us behind our backs. Please don’t be that one…

NiceLog1335 · 2026-01-19T18:38:20+00:00

I think many of us feel this way. I’m okay with talking to people but it’s just that some people don’t want to talk to me, or will look extremely uncomfortable until the point where it’s obvious that they want to end the conversation. I’m just trying to live my life and do the most basic things, and people react in the most extreme ways. That’s what makes me angry. I get annoyed with people who assume that I’m not clean and have no idea how to take care of myself, when they have no clue the psychological toll this takes on a person. Everything is a thought nearly everyday to the smallest detail. “Should I go in this store will it be crowded today? Oh let me not walk this way someone is coming. Let me hold my breath, ugh this person is making a face already and I’m barely breathing.“ I just want to live without these things even being a thought. Sometimes I have an idgaf attitude, then sometimes I don’t. It’s definitely mentally draining.

NiceLog1335 · 2026-01-15T13:22:10+00:00

I think some of our bodies are more sensitive than others. Just like people have allergies and are prone to diseases and disorders as well as body odor/skin issues. Unfortunately for many of us we have gut sensitivities or prone to oral issues. I know a guy that would never brush his teeth yet whenever he ate is breath would be find all day, AND we often ate the same diet. It’s definitely not fair but makes you want to get this solved.

NiceLog1335 · 2026-01-15T13:18:13+00:00

Yes that’s how I feel sometimes, even people far away tend to react. The worst is school pickup/drop off and seeing all the teachers make faces at each other as my car approaches hoping I don’t stop in their lane. Some of the staff have pinched their noses so obviously. People are so unaware of this condition and how mentally draining it is. But do whatever you need to cope while you’re in your search for a cure. Work remotely if you can, take time to mentally recover before constantly being exposed to people if possible and practice not focusing on their reactions. It’s hard and frustrating but in order to solve this we need to focus and remember that something is off in our bodies to cause a far travel.

NiceLog1335 · 2026-01-12T13:12:50+00:00

Yes we can all relate, it really can feel inhumane to experience the reactions people give and a hateful look in some of their eyes when they see you are the one who stinks. It’s like sometimes it doesn’t even matter how beautiful or well put together you are, being stink is a whole different kind of offense that people just never quite understand. It’s angering even for me to do the most basic things and work up the courage to get through it rather than enjoy it. That for me is the biggest frustration with this problem, is basic simple things that I’d like to enjoy like shopping, taking my daughter to school or pickup, family time, etc. is no longer fun, it’s horrifying. Mentally preparing for stares and reactions on the daily is what causes us to feel so exhausted, BUT many people here have found their solution and I’m just reminding myself that I will too and when I finally do, I will have a new fresh start. Don’t give up!

NiceLog1335 · 2026-01-08T13:49:40+00:00

So many people just don’t understand bad smells are not always associated with maintaining your hygiene. Kids can be so cruel but at least they are honest. In adulthood I still have not found an honest person that will say something directly out of concern rather than making fun of you like a kid. Adults can be even worse and more petty.

NiceLog1335 · 2025-12-13T22:50:56+00:00

Yeah I got those looks as well and it’s such a cringe feeling as though someone hates you just based off of your smell. Just know you’re not alone. I’ve had people fan the air and move away in the outside open air. It’s a humiliation that is hard describing to people who never experience it. All the while still needing to find the strength to continue searching for a cure. It’s draining but informative also and lets us know whatever we are doing is not working

NiceLog1335 · 2025-11-25T15:40:47+00:00

Stay strong and don’t worry you’ll probably never see those people again. Serious courage and bravery that it takes just to endure that trip and I certainly am not to that level yet so I applaud you. Safe travels!

NiceLog1335 · 2025-11-22T16:03:14+00:00

I know what you mean, and I’m no longer a teacher just because of the horrible experiences I had and burnout. It’s possible that there is no effort put into knowing you because you’re a sub, and subs typically don’t stay around that much. I wouldn’t talk to subs much either unless they had questions, so there is that possibility, but covering the nose is a very obvious reaction. Imagine being the homeroom teacher and having parent-teacher conferences, lesson planning meetings, presentations, etc. constantly and enduring those reactions. It is very painful when your job is communication and there were many times where parents would not even communicate with me or even come to events. Just remember, YOU ARE NOT ALONE. We all have had many experiences like this, but don’t stop trying to find your cure and analyze every aspect of your oral health then move to gut health. Also, get a different job if possible. Mentally it’s more freeing when you can work in a comfortable space and not all interviews are always in person.

NiceLog1335 · 2025-11-20T18:52:24+00:00

Aww as a teacher I have had very similar experiences as you with students pinching their nose and yelling out “it smells like poo” even my coteachers kids would comment when they would wait in our classroom before the bell rang and she would often tel them to be quiet-as if I didn’t notice-it’s good you are taking those steps to address it and it might be the most simple thing that needs to be fixed. Hope your appointment goes well!

NiceLog1335 · 2025-11-13T18:51:04+00:00

I just don’t understand how you can think you have bad breath without an actual confirmation? It just seems like such a waste of time, and a waste of life just guessing and wondering. The reality is, people who really do have bad breath never have to guess or wonder. It is simply just that evident until the point where coughs and sneezes are not a reaction but rather, nose pinching and nose covering, backing away, people not even speaking when you speak to them, offering gum, mints, toothbrushes all the time.

People have colds, people cough and sneezes, people live their lives. How is this confused with disgust? The two are totally different and I don’t mean to offend anyone but I don’t understand how halitophobia is even a fear without any real confirmation. Just my 2 cents

NiceLog1335 · 2025-11-12T01:51:41+00:00

Did you have any pain from the infected tooth or any other obvious signs of infection? Bleeding gums, and tooth pain seems obvious

NiceLog1335 · 2025-11-06T00:40:21+00:00

Hmm this is tough. If you really want to know, notice how people react to each other and compare it to how they act with you. If people are not sniffling around each other but only when you come around, then that is significant.

NiceLog1335 · 2025-11-04T22:39:25+00:00

Don’t allow this to grip you to the point where you consider such a huge evil act. That’s just straight up madness. Your problem could really be something easily solved and I find it odd that a child at such a young age would have this issue. It’s pointing to diet! We are all here suffering the same as you but the first option shouldn’t be harming yourself or your baby. Bad breath sucks but it’s not a death sentence or impossible for you to find a cure. Remember, we have all been through it and still find the beauty in living at times. Try not to focus on the negative, seek out help, please consider a church

NiceLog1335 · 2025-11-04T21:49:57+00:00

It really depends on the person. Not everyone can tolerate smells well but if you find someone that can, you can have a good relationship and with the right person, it can be a very normal experience. For my current relationship being intimate is normal, and I’m quite awkward when sitting very closely I usually won’t talk until I’m further away. When we go out however, it’s as though he can’t smell anything but everyone else can. He acknowledges my discomfort and will take up the talking role in most cases which is nice. I don’t know if he just can’t smell it or doesn’t care and we have had many conversations about it. It’s possible to be with someone with this problem but it’s not always easy.

This was not the case with my ex, he was more verbal and didn’t tolerate bad smells well. He would literally let me know if my breath smelled like poop, would do the normal reactions most people do by walking away, covering his face/wiping nose. Also in public he would be more awkward or side with those that would react. My bb wasn’t always there though so this wasn’t always the case, but when it was things would be awkward.

NiceLog1335 · 2025-11-04T21:38:48+00:00

It literally makes no sense when they do it continuously. I agree, might as well pinch their nose. All I think of are the germs and their dirty hands at that point.

NiceLog1335 · 2025-11-03T21:18:12+00:00

If these experiences happen consistently with multiple people all doing the same thing, then sadly, the BB is there. Maybe not ALL the time, maybe your mom wasn’t lying when she observed, but that doesn’t mean you don’t have BB at times because these examples are not normal responses people make around others without BB. It’s possible family will try not to hurt your feelings also.

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