Question 1

its my 7th day smoke withdrwal no symptoms but mild head pain mild stomach cramps i can smell taste good lil nausea after running and normaly help?

Accepted Answer

Hang in there: congrats on this!  sounds like typical nicotine withdrawl symptoms...some of the smoking cessation aids like nicoret gum may help ease these.  Stay the course

Question 2

would shaving your underarm hair reduce body odor?

Accepted Answer

Body odor: I presume you are male.

No, shaving under arm will not reduce body odor.
Make sure you shower carefully and soap under your armpits. When you have dried off there is plenty of under arm products you can purchase at a pharmacy or major store.

Question 3

hi. i heard that armpit hair increase odors. does i should remove it to reduce odors?

Accepted Answer

The hair can: be a conduit for bacterial overgrowth  so if yu feel its necessary to shave  go ahead  but also good hygiene and what you eat contributes to odor  and of course use deodorant

Question 4

will shaving my armpit hair reduce body odor?

Accepted Answer

It might: Armpit hairs can slow down sweat evaporation and trap oils and smells.  But even if you shave closely, if you don't keep the armpit clean, you can have an odor.  Some people also need a deodorant or antiperspirant to keep odors down.  I personally think some odor is natural and that we tend to get overly concerned here in the usa.

Question 5

when i finish exercising i sweat everywhere, do i need to trim my pubic hair or shave it all because of the odor after i sweat?

Accepted Answer

Take a good shower: After you work out. It really doesn't have to do with shaving or not shaving pubic hair. The sweat combined with the natural bacteria digesting proteins producing aromatic fatty acids  produces the body odor that smells musty, or worse in moist areas, whether it's under your armpits, hands or anywhere else. So taking a good shower is important, as well as reducing nervousness, stress &amp; anxiety that activate these glands further.

Question 6

should men shave their pubic hair to reduce odor and sweating?

Accepted Answer

Hygiene: With good daily hygiene, such as washing with soap and water and fully drying the area, hair removal is not necessary to reduce odor and sweating.

Question 7

i've been having this musty odor in my pubic area& underarms 2 yrs. i shower, wax or keep hair trim. i use clinical strength deodorant .embarrassing?

Accepted Answer

? Yeast Infection: Body odors can be due to a number of issues. The groin and underarms have a high concentration of hair follicles and sweat glands. They can become infected. The moisture can lead to yeast infections of the skin or glands in these areas. If yeast infection, may be a sign of other condition like diabetes. See your doctor for evaluation.

Question 8

advice/tips/info about showers, hair, clothes, deodorant/body odor- gym hygiene etc. what machines should i use for first time members?

Accepted Answer

Gym Shower Stalls: Consider every surface in the gym and on every piece of equipment as having some infectious disease. Therefore you should always dress for the part. This means that you should always wear at least a shirt and gym shorts never taking those off. When using the equipment make sure is it clean, and disinfected. Wear flops in the shower to prevent foot fungus, or shower with a small towel as a floor ma.

Question 9

ever since i started highschool, my head started to produce hair odor and hair loss. is there a way to prevent this? my hair is half gone.

Accepted Answer

You need...: If you are experiencing abnormal hair loss my recommendation would be to see a Dermatologist. There are multiple conditions that can cause this problem and we cannot figure the reason in your case unless you get formal evaluation and tests.

Question 10

my hair is very dry, has developed odor. could it be ph balance, i eat a lot of fruit. or does dry scalp cause odor? could it be hormonal? treatments?

Accepted Answer

Dry not odor: Usually dry scalp by itself will not cause and odor. However repeated scratching of the scalp may release sebaceous gland contents that contain bacteria. Advances treatment with medicated shampoos or antibiotics may be indicated and you should be evaluated by a dermatologist.

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Its my 7th day smoke withdrwal no symptoms but mild head pain mild stomach cramps i can smell taste good lil nausea after running and normaly help?

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Would shaving your underarm hair reduce body odor?

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Hi. i heard that armpit hair increase odors. does i should remove it to reduce odors?

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Will shaving my armpit hair reduce body odor?

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When i finish exercising i sweat everywhere, do i need to trim my pubic hair or shave it all because of the odor after i sweat?

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Should men shave their pubic hair to reduce odor and sweating?

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I've been having this musty odor in my pubic area& underarms 2 yrs. i shower, wax or keep hair trim. i use clinical strength deodorant .embarrassing?

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Advice/tips/info about showers, hair, clothes, deodorant/body odor- gym hygiene etc. what machines should i use for first time members?

A member asked:

Ever since i started highschool, my head started to produce hair odor and hair loss. is there a way to prevent this? my hair is half gone.

A member asked:

My hair is very dry, has developed odor. could it be ph balance, i eat a lot of fruit. or does dry scalp cause odor? could it be hormonal? treatments?

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