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My boyfriend complainsmy armpits smell a little musty. is it the deodorant i use?

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Bacteria: Use antibacterial soap to decrease bacteria in armpit which breaks down sweat and causes odor. Certin foods uch as asparagus, onions, garlic cn be secreted in sweat.

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Answered 3/18/2013

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