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What Causes Excessive Sweating With Bad Odour In Armpits And Groin?
Hi doc ive already been told by a doctor i have hyperhidrosis but over the past couple of years i have notice i sweat round my neck and armpits and groin and also notice odors round the neck,groin and armpits i could spray deodorant on my armpits then a minuite later am sweating and my groin has an odor ive had my blood tests and it came back alright. And then am sweating at the front of my elbows that also have an odor. its very concerning and having a negative impact on my life ive been to my gp and am trying to explain to him that i need to go see a dermatologist.
Wed, 4 May 2016
Hi Dear,
Understanding your concern.
As per your query you have symptoms of excessive sweating with bad odour in armpits and groin . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like hormonal changes , skin infection , side effects of certain medication or poor hygiene . I would suggest you to maintain proper personal hygiene , apply antiperspirant after bathing . If condition persist then consult dermatologist for proper examination . Doctor will take history and order certain test . Doctor may prescribe antibiotics for skin infection . You could also apply 1% Fusidic acid cream twice a day on your armpits and around the groin area and also maintain personal hygiene . Also do light exercises daily and drink plenty of water . Your symptoms will resolve with in 10-15 days once your metabolism will resume back to normal. Take diet rich in fruits , vegetables and drink plenty of water to prevent body from dehydration. Take lemon juice as well along with salt and sugar added in it.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
Understanding your concern.
As per your query you have symptoms of excessive sweating with bad odour in armpits and groin . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like hormonal changes , skin infection , side effects of certain medication or poor hygiene . I would suggest you to maintain proper personal hygiene , apply antiperspirant after bathing . If condition persist then consult dermatologist for proper examination . Doctor will take history and order certain test . Doctor may prescribe antibiotics for skin infection . You could also apply 1% Fusidic acid cream twice a day on your armpits and around the groin area and also maintain personal hygiene . Also do light exercises daily and drink plenty of water . Your symptoms will resolve with in 10-15 days once your metabolism will resume back to normal. Take diet rich in fruits , vegetables and drink plenty of water to prevent body from dehydration. Take lemon juice as well along with salt and sugar added in it.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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