I'm going under the knife for a cure!

[peaceseeker2007]

I have suffered from halitosis for many many years but it has never
affected my life as much as it has the past 4 years. You see, 4
years ago I took a job that requires face to face contact with anywhere
from 10-30 clients a day.

Witnessing the strong reactions of the people I encounter on a daily
basis has all but destroyed my self confidence. I am more than willing to
share the strong reactions in later posts (for ANYONE who may think that
my halitosis in all in my head). I have aggressively pursued a cure for
my halitosis. Last year I had 4 wisdom teeth pulled and treatment for
periodontal disease which included "scaling" for anyone who doesn't know,
that is painful deep cleaning below the gum line. The Periodontist did not
cure me because the strong reactions to my breath from others
persisted!

THE FINAL STRAW?????? Well I have always wondered if maybe, possibly,
it could all be in my head....well I prayed and I got a sincere answer from a sincere source!

Ladies and gentleman, have you heard the saying: from the mouth of babes?
My 3 year old niece who adores me, said your breath smells like "Pooh Pooh"
she has shared many other "adorable" observations with me since she has learned
to speak in full sentences.

AFTER THE FINAL STRAW... I scheduled an appointment with an otolaryngologyst.
I have cryptic tonsils and have spent many many years picking putrid
waste from my tonsils. I haven't had a bout with tonsilitis since I stopped consuming dairy over a year ago but I still produce tonsil stones. I am AFRAID of the IDEA of surgery. I just knew that the doctor would send me away because I had not suffered from tonsilitis in soooo long but he confirmed that I have "terrible tonsils" and scheduled my surgery right away.

Like I said...I can tell you that I have tried everything! This is my last attempt
at a better life.

I would like to thank all of you beautiful, brave people who have stepped up to
share your stories. It is such a comfort to know that I am not alone in the struggle!

[succ]

Actually it's probably a laser, if they cut off your tonsils with a knife, inexperienced doctors may leave parts behind. But anyway, I hope that cures you, be informed however that not many have gotten relief from this, although it may prove to help a lot. Good luck

[noptical]

Since you're going under the knife you may as well check yourself for sinusitis just in case. Maybe it turns out you have sinusitis and you could have both procedures or something...