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Change in way you smell after sweating,never had a smell befor when sweating,possible causes?
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Bacteria on skin: The odor associated with perspiration is from the bacteria that live naturally on your skin. When they are exposed to sweat, they multiply quickly causing the odor. Changes in sweating or odor could be related to diet (curry/garlic/coffee/alcohol), drugs, non-breathable clothes or medical conditions/dehydration. Bathe daily with antibacterial soap, use "strong" deodorant, frequent clothes change.
Answered 6/19/2015
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