If the above cleaning methods don't work for some reason, get a replacement kit for your brand, and model of toilet. We had the exact same problem last year. The kit usually comes with instructions, ball valve seal, floor seal, and some closet bolt shims. Its a very easy repair. Shut off the water, drain off the pressure, disconnect the water line from the back of the toilet, unscrew two nuts from the base, and it comes right out. A couple more screws holding the top from the base, and the ball seal is right there to replace. Coat it with plumbers silicone. Reverse the procedure, put the new seal between the toilet and floor, carefully set it back in place, tighten the nuts (not TOO tight), reconnect the water, re-pressurize to check for leak sand your done. I recall it took less than 45 minutes or so. It was much easier than I thought it would be.
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