VC
I suffer from the same problem. I've tried almost everything including tongue scrapers. My work life is terrible and I certainly can't meet anyone socially. The odor is so bad that people take a step back every time I open my mouth. I try to talk to people from a "safe" distance and it's so awkward. I feel isolated because I can't laugh or be myself anymore around people. I have become sad and depressed. No one invites me to lunch or social functions anymore. Even if they did, I feel too uncomfortable to go. I practice good oral hygiene but even brushing my teeth, scraping my tongue, chewing gum, mints or using mouth washes, including all the chlorine types have not helped. I have had this problem for about 10 years now and it is very emotionally painful. I have spent a lot of money trying to find a "cure" but nothing has helped. Don't believe it when people tell you that you can't smell your own breath, my breath is so bad that even I can smell it. I also seem to have a lot of phlegm in my throat. I want to find a cure so bad. I would be so happy. I will try anything to get rid of this terrible problem. It is good to know that I am not alone. I hope together we can help each other find a solution.