I am 25 years old. I just want to tell you that I am suffering from the smell problem, smell in armpits. This problem is from 3 years. After sometime from bath smell starts coming from my armpits. I am really irritated by this smell. Sometime I feel embarrass in front of others due to this smell from my underarms. Please suggest me something so that I can get rid of this smell problem.

Dr. Nikita PatelDermatologist8yrs exp

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Smelly armpit is definitely a cause for concern and can lead to social withdrawal. There are various reasons like improper hygiene, excessive caffeinated drinks (coffee, softdrinks) and excessive intake of foods like onion and garlic leading to smelly sweating. Also, sometimes there can be bacterial or fungal infection in the underarms that can cause bad odour from armpits rather than a smelly sweat. If you sweat excessively, use topical aluminium hydroxide lotion at night in the affected area. A dusting powder can be used during daytime. Diluted vinegar washes also help in balancing the ph and controlling infections, thereby reducing the smell. Drink adequate amounts of water and maintain a good hygiene like regularly clipping the underarm hairgrowth. A good dermatologist should be able to help you in diagnosing the cause of smelly underarms. There are various medicines and procedures now available to tackle this embarrassing condition. Hope this helps you. All the best. 

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