Posted: August 16th, 2017

Halitosis and a sour taste in the mouth are signs and symptoms associated most directly with

Halitosis and a sour taste in the mouth are signs and symptoms associated most directly with
a) esophageal diverticula.
Because the diverticula may retain decomposed food, halitosis and a sour taste in the mouth are frequent complaints.
b) achalasia.
Achalasia presents as difficulty in swallowing both liquids and solids.
c) gastroesophageal reflux.
Gastroesophageal reflux presents as burning in the esophagus, indigestion, and difficulty in or pain upon swallowing.
d) hiatal hernia.
Hiatal hernia presents as heartburn, regurgitation, and dysphagia in many patients while at least 50% are asymptomatic