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What can i do if my armpits smell really bad. i don't know why, is it just body odor i can't get rid of?

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Dr. Robert Fuhrman
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Endocrinology 57 years experience
Cleanse: Body odor is caused by perspiration and bacteria which are plentiful all over the body surface but grow excessively in moist closed spaces. Cleansing and antiperspirants will help the problem.
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