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Suddenly I've got really bad B.O. Is there anything I can do?

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clumsymum · 30/08/2008 13:18

I think it's started cos I'm a bit stressed:- dh depressed, I've had a big work project on this last week, organising surpise for ds's birthday this coming monday, juggling childcare etc etc ....

But during this week's humid weather, I REEK. I normally shower each morning, but I've been showering when I come in from work too, doubled up on deoderant, and I'm still aware of it.

Haven't been eating anything unusual, can't think of any other cause.

Suggestions anyone?

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clumsymum · 30/08/2008 13:41

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SqueakyPop · 30/08/2008 13:46

Use an antiperspirant, not just a deo

shinyshoes · 30/08/2008 14:20

I'm watching this with interest as this has happened to me too recently.

I bathe EVERY day, (dont have a shower) within 20 mins I am smelling, I swapped deodrant to Mithcum, it was a god send for a coupe of months then suddenly no good. OH has even mentioned it, I don't know what else I can do. My clothes and body are clean and I wear cotton.

Medowflowers · 30/08/2008 14:24

This happened to me - after having both ds. My sister gave me some 'Anhydrol Forte'. Its a roll on to stop excess sweating and its brilliant. You can get it on prescription, but I believe alo over the counter. It isnt expensive. Just grow your armpit hair first, as it will sting your skin!

shinyshoes · 30/08/2008 14:29

Where do I get 'Anhydrol Forte' from Meadowflowers?

Sorry to hijack this thread clumsymum

clumsymum · 30/08/2008 15:57

No it is an antiperspirant, Mum roll-on.

Thing is I don't think I'm excessively sweaty (altho it has been very warm & humid recently), just smelling more.

Come to think of it, I think it happened to me soon after having ds, but that was 9 years ago, I can't remember how long it lasted.

Oh blimey, it couldn't be my age, could it (coming up to 48) ????

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schneebly · 30/08/2008 16:10

are you keeping your armpits shaved? Have you eaten lots of garlic or something maybe?

shinyshoes · 30/08/2008 16:43

I do eat lots of garlic, but no more than I always have done.

I am always shaved under my armpits

jalopy · 30/08/2008 18:01

Drink plenty of fluids. That can definitely help.

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