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Why does my sweat smell like sour vinegar? i sweat a lot during the night, but i never use too. should i be worried?
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Maybe: It my be related to the food that you are eating. On the other hand the excessive sweating may be related to a thyroid problem and/or the temp of your bedroom.
Answered 11/22/2020
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Many possibilities.: Sweat can smell like whatever you have been eating. Some vitamins and medications can do it too. Or if you have diabetes, that can do it. Certain types of bacteria can also break down sweat into proprionic acid, which has a similar structure to acetic acid (the acid found in vinegar). If dietary change and stopping/changing medications doesn't solve the problem, see your doctor.
Answered 3/19/2018
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