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I have been told my bladder control pad causes me to emit an unpleasant smell.what should i do?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Better hygiene?: Use fresh pads more frequently, shower or bathe at least once a day, and wear freshly laundered underwear and other clothes every day. That should take care of it.

Answered 2/26/2016

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A member asked:

I have been told my bladder control pad causes me to emit an unpleasant smell.what should i do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

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