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Getting over what er doctor says is a virus, 5 days ago, now since yesterday, my arm pits have been excreting a very strong bad smell. any thoughts?
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Sweat odor: The virus likely activated white blood cells and lymph glands. Pyrogen chemicals are then secreted. These bring fever, some extra sweat, and also amplify white blood cell responses. Axillary sweat glands are / were activated. The odor is because of more sweat in a closed skin on skin area. Please wash 2-3 times per day with antibacterial soap, keep dry, change shirts 1-2 x per day.
Answered 10/19/2014
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Smell from bacteria: Strong body odor a byproduct of bacteria living in secretions of water/materials from skin which accumulate to the point that odors become more obvious. In association with illness&sweating (not necessarily obvious), bacterial growth ↑es. Additionally, with changes in health&secretions, person to person, which bacteria (& associated smells) dominate change. Use soap+H2O; but not a
Answered 10/31/2014
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