My underarm smell has changed a lot lately; it has really become sour… It seems like deodorant isn’t enough. I don’t remember ever smelling this bad before. Could it be hormones or some other health issue? Do you think I should see a doctor?
I had also suddenly gotten worse, there was a sour smell, and it turned out I had developed insulin resistance, which affected my metabolism. I recommend getting a blood test; it’s understood with a very simple test.
That sour smell situation is really frustrating, I get you. It’s like a total bummer when deodorant doesn’t work. Could it possibly be a fungal infection?
A sudden change in armpit odor is usually due to hormonal fluctuations or bacterial imbalances on the skin. However, issues related to the thyroid or other glands can also be at the root of these types of changes. I suggest starting with a visit to an internist for a check-up.
I’m sorry, but do you pay attention to your shower frequency as well? For instance, you might think you sweat less because of a habit carried over from summer, but it could actually be due to insufficient cleanliness. I think we shouldn’t skip questioning ourselves either.
I really suspect something else now. I’ve been quite stressed for the last two weeks, and my eating habits have also been disrupted. But I can’t help but wonder if it’s not just stress. Also, my shower routine is the same, just so you know.
It’s an outdated notion to look for a hygiene problem behind every odor. The human body is a complex system, and this change in scent is not your fault. Consulting a doctor for body awareness makes a lot of sense; it’s not a source of shame or embarrassment.
Honey, these kinds of smells might sometimes be related to signals from organs like the liver or kidneys. Stress can also play a role, but don’t ignore it. If a doctor looks at you and says ‘it will pass,’ you’ll feel relieved.
I also notice that my scent changes when I’m stressed, I’m experiencing something like that. But I also thought, could it be related to the deodorant or soap you use? Most products have toxic ingredients anyway, they really affect hormones. How about trying some natural products?