If you notice that you have bad breath and a sinus infection at the same time, you're not imagining things.  It's quite possible and even probable that if your sinuses are infected then you may probably have halitosis or bad breath at the same time.  While there isn't always a quick fix for this problem, there are some things you can do to reduce and eliminate your bad breath and a sinus infection connection, and to mask or cover-up the problem as well while you're waiting for the infection to clear. 

Let's take a look at how bad breath and a sinus infection are related or connected and then we can better understand what brings on one condition after the other, and what you can do to address them both as well.

The Connection Between Bad Breath and a Sinus Infection

The reason that bad breath and a sinus infection are connected or related is that your breath doesn't originate just in your mouth.  In truth, if you have any digestive disorders, problems with your lymphatic system, or anything wrong with your sinuses this can cause bad breath because all of these things release odor into your system which travels through your body and out your mouth. 

You may be more likely to experience bad breath and a sinus infection if your immune system is compromised for any reason or if your lymphatic system isn't working properly either.  This means that your infection is more likely to stay in your system for longer and to affect these other systems of your body as well.  This results in bad breath for a longer period of time and which is harder to get rid of.

When you have bad breath and a sinus infection it may also because infected sinuses will drain as part of the healing process of the infection.  This draining results in more mucus and other fluids in the throat and digestive system.  Your sinuses are draining out germs and bacteria with this fluid and mucus and this means bad breath. 

Additionally, most people have bad breath and a sinus infection at the same time because they have a hard time breathing through their nose during a sinus infection.  When you breathe through your mouth you cause it to dry up on the inside and when your mouth is dry, germs and plaque stick to the inside of it, causing bad breath.  This is true for whatever reason you may have dry mouth, whether it's because of a sinus infection or blockage in the nose or because you simply breathe through your mouth as a habit. 

But it's more likely to cause bad breath and a sinus infection when you do this, as the nose acts as a filter for impurities and germs while the mouth does not.  Breathing through your mouth means more than just bad breath; it can actually lead to those infections and other problems.

Dealing With Bad Breath and a Sinus Infection

It's important to give extra consideration to your oral hygiene when you have a sinus infection because of the prevalence of bad breath.  Regular brushing and flossing important.  Brushing helps to stimulate the production of saliva which will help guard against dry mouth.  When you have bad breath and a sinus infection you also need to rinse regularly, to get rid of the plaque and germs that stick to your mouth because of it being dry.  However be sure you avoid using a mouthwash or rinse with alcohol as alcohol will just make the situation worse.  There are many alcohol-free rinses and mouthwashes on the market, so check for one of those.

You may have a hard time breathing through your nose during this time, but when dealing with bad breath and a sinus infection you might consider menthol cough drops or eucalyptus oil.  These things open up the sinus cavities and help you to breathe properly.  A warm mist vaporizer can also work wonders, especially at night and especially if you live in a cold, dry climate.  A jar of marjoram oil on the nightstand also helps; you simply open this up before going to bed and the aroma helps to keep sinus passages open all night.  Many people use this as a cure for snoring, but it can also work wonders for bad breath and a sinus infection.

Addressing the bad breath and sinus infection itself is also important.  For any infection you should be in touch with your doctor so that he or she can prescribe something to treat it appropriately.  Infections often go away on their own but they can also fester and flourish, and even travel to other areas of the body that are weaker and more vulnerable to attack.  If you're not taking penicillin or another medication for you infection you should definitely be sure you keep yourself protected during this time. 

When dealing with bad breath and a sinus infection, keep yourself warm so your body can fight the infection and drink plenty of fluids so that it can get flushed from your system quickly.  This also helps the body to produce white blood cells which fight off any infection.  When you have bad breath and a sinus infection you may be thinking simply of addressing your bad breath but the infection itself is just as dangerous if not more so and should be getting the bulk of your attention.

Recurring Bad Breath and Sinus Infections

If you have recurring problems with sinus infections or have chronic and consistent bad breath, it's time to talk to a doctor or dentist.  He or she can perform a physical exam to see if there is something causing these constant problems.  Sometimes bad breath and a sinus infection are signs of something more serious, such as suppressed immunity or infections in the digestive tract.  Problems such as these and others that have bad breath as a symptom should be given immediate medical attention rather than ignored or dismissed.

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