body odor

go find a doctor, usually severe body odour is an hormonal problem, if it smells fishy there is a disease that makes you smell of fish (all over not just genitalia) called trimethylaminuria, this can be helped with eliminating certain things from diet, but you need to see a specialist for that. Also, be careful what you wash with, sometimes, when you over wash and over perfume, you kick the bacteria out of wack and that can make you smell worse than if you dont wash, try using unscented antiperspirants and ph balanced products. If it is bothering you a lot, go see a dr and make it clear that you have an issue and its effecting your self asteem.

It does sound like a metabolic disorder. For instance, some people cannot process certain things and so they build up in the body and are excreted in sweat, urine and reproductive fluids. Some like trimethylaminuria are genetic, which might also explain why only some people in your family smell it. Other metabolic problems that can cause smells include Dimethylsulfidemia. From your answers, this does not seem to be a cleanliness issue, and as this previous poster and others pointed out overwashing, douching and other unnecessary treatments could make things worse by putting other things out-of-wack. So you need to find a doctor that knows or is willing to learn about metabolic disorder... an endocrinologist is probably a good place to start.

Good luck!

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Not sure what s going on, but maybe you should see a specialist. I remember watching a doctor’s review on TV about a problem just like this to where they diagnosed her with something. They were not able to cure it with medication, but they stated that some of the foods that she ate did not agree with her intestine and would have her excreta body odor. In that episode they stated that she still has to be cautious of the smell but that watching what she eats makes everything 100% better for her.

I lose a LOT of respect for people who put something like smell above another person's feelings. How selfish and rude is it that one's nose is so sensitive that they feel it is okay to trample and hurt a person. I don't like that at all, but I have seen it so many times. It is cruel and unfeeling.

I know how mortifying this issue is. I have to be "all over" my own hygiene to avoid it too. I think there was a lot of great advice in this thread. I would add that I no longer use antipersperant, but I have totally taken to using the salt crystal thing. It is natural and as long as you apply it when you get out of the shower on a fresh clean body, it works exceedingly well. You will still sweat, but it won't allow the bacteria that causes smells. Don't be afraid to use it in any fat folds you might have. Sometimes I have to apply it under my breasts. But it helps a ton.

I also have found just using a wash cloth in the shower isn't always enough. Sometimes you have to really scrub hard with an exfoliating cloth or something similar. It removes dead skin better and helps a lot. As a woman, if you get you a small squirt bottle and squirt off your girly parts with warm water each time you go to the restroom...it can be a huge help.

But like many said, make sure there are no underlying medical issues as well. A second or even third opinion is a good thing. Even diabetes can cause issues. (I well know). For example, it makes one prone to yeast infections and those smell. You can get them in many parts of your body such as under the arms. Tea tree oil applied topically is a huge, huge help against that.

Please also know that there ARE people out there who are selfless enough to overlook such petty issues and see into the true heart of the person you are.

I pray you are able to solve or at least improve the issue so you may not have to fret so much about it.

Great post and i love what you put about the other people who posted that childish crap. and like i told her she may need to see an endocrinologist because she may be over producing or underproducing hormones.

I am so sorry you are having odor issues. I think others have this covered with their thoughts and advice. I do hope you find an answer soon. Others ignorance shouldn't be your problem. Ignore them and focus on YOU. Much love and light always~

BTW... I am always self conscious about odor. Not because I have ever had a problem with it but I am always worried about it especially when I work out. I over used antiperspirant at work so badly that I ended up developing an allergy to the aluminum in the stuff. My underarms would actually burn and peal...I now can only use the Tomms deodorant that is aluminum free. Just be careful!

I would see another doctor.....dont stop searching until you get answers....maybe you have an allergy to some foods....good luck

As for down there, take probiotics. Acidophillus is a good one, I use Floragen twice a day and it's a life safer. Give it a try! Your body odor is probably caused by an imbalance in your ph that could be cured with probiotics as well... Just wondering, do you happen to get cystic acne as well?

This is a great idea, you may want to consider seeing a nutritionist or a naturalist doctor. Sounds like an imbalance hormonal or nutritionally, If you have an allergy to certain foods, it may appear in the skin smell as do some vitamins and herbs. If you are taking any supplements, they may be reacting to your chemistry or perhaps you need something to help with the chemistry make up of your body.

The private area issue sounds like it may be Bacterial Vaginosis to me. An incompetent doctor will either misdiagnose it or not consider that diagnosis at all. BV is tough to get rid of, but actually pretty common, and the cause can be any number of things. Douching is definitely one of the causes, so don't do that if you haven't already and stop if you are.

The overall issue may be a hormonal one.

I would suggest first that you get a second or third opinion from different doctors, if you can. I have heard so many wacky misdiagnoses over the years...

Hows your diet? I know alot of what you put in can come out as a smell.

for example the guy from my work who pretty much only eats pies and drinks diet coke reeks after midday.

For excessive underarm sweating, have you tried CertainDri? You can find it on the shelves at any store basically. I started using it a couple years ago and it works great!

This topic hits home for me because I've always been the sweaty girl.... like today, my boss just shook my hand for a 5-year anniversary, and my hands were practically dripping sweat. In my family, only myself, and my 3rd cousin have this issue. My feet sweat so bad that I can't wear summery type shoes unless they have that felt/leather type of bottoms, or I will twist my ankle and slide out of the shoes. I can't wear lighter colored/pastel shirts because of my armpit sweats.... it's just ultimately frustrating! I hate it. I'm 30 years old and can't even wear anything but black out in public. When I was little, I used the Drysol, but it only really helped "reduce" the sweating on my fingers. I guess my palms produced too much sweat? My 3rd cousin was actually put on medication when we were younger (about 16), and the Dermatologist gave him a medication used in Alzheimers Patients to stop/reduce the sweating. It worked, but my cousin was constantly dry mouthed, and applying lotion or lip balm.

As for the smell in the lower region, it's a known fact that most people are more sensitive and obsessive about their own smells. Once, I thought I was really disgusting, and my husband said he couldn't smell anything. (note: this is as I was sitting Indian style on the floor in front of him when he was sitting on the couch)

What I would do is to make an appointment with an ob/gyn and get an exam. Before the exam starts, let the dr know that "THIS" is your issue, and you'd appreciate honest feedback about smells, and visual problems. When a woman has a constant production of yeast, they tend to have a lot of smell, which is why yogurts are recommended daily for women. If the dr agrees, then ask for recommendations of a cleaning/food regimen, and/or the name of a specialist to help.

My thoughts are with you. I know it always seems like "children are cruel", but some people just never grow the F up. Just remember that you are NOT alone in all of this. You have support right here!

I can smell you from here.

Seriously how old are you. That was very childish

Mandy, thanks so much for defending Sunshine. Some people have nothing better to do and need to get a life.

And to the homeless drag queen who posted that comment: Seriously, dude, don't dish it out if you can't take it.

Agreed!

you should really get a second opinion from a doctor. it could be hormonal and may be very simple to fix if you see the right person.

as for down there, it sounds like BV. you can get a prescription for it, but there are also homeopathic pills (www.vhessentials.com) and natural remedies. i've heard that wiping a few times a day with a hydrogen peroxide/warm water mixture is helpful.

this sounds like something that would be really hard to cope with and i hope you are able to get some answers.