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I have a foul smell coming from anus everytime.. i cant smell it but other people smells it.. i shower 3 times a day and even after i use the bathroom?

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That's poo: Well that foul smell is feces or poo. It's normal. Just make sure you wipe appropriately. :)

Answered 1/21/2016

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