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A member asked:

Why is it that i sweat from my butt a lot and it feels like its been wet and when i arrive at school i start to smell like poop.

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Dr. Robert Bader answered

Specializes in Dermatology

Why does sweat smell: Anaerobic bacteria in moist, damp, areas causes a foul odor.

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Answered 9/2/2013

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