Frequency Of Delusional Halitosis In A University Community (original) (raw)

Benin Journal of Postgraduate Medicine, 2009

Abstract

ABSTRACT OBJECTIVE: This study reviewed the prevalence of delusional halitosis and analyzed the frequency of this condition within the University Community, over a period of three years. METHOD: Sixty- Eight (68) patients with delusional halitosis were diagnosed over a period of three years (2001 to 2003), at Dental Centre, University of Benin Teaching Hospital, Benin City, Nigeria. RESULTS: Within the University Community; there were 14 (20.6%) cases, with male to female ratio of 2.5: 1. Most patients were students, 13 (19.1%) cases and the largest group was within 20 to 29 years, 12 (17.7%) cases. CONCLUSION: The study suggests an increased level of awareness or an increased prevalence of this condition within the same population. A fifth of the patients were within the University Community; mostly male students who suffered social embarrassment and poor academic performance.

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