10 Hyperhidrosis Symptoms
Symptom #2: Foul Body Odor
Foul body odor is one of the common symptoms of hyperhidrosis. Excessive sweating keeps the affected body parts soaked for lengthy amounts of time. The moisture provides a conducive environment for microorganisms such as bacteria and fungus to grow and flourish.
Some of these microorganisms breakdown sweat into various components, some of which give off a foul smell. And because hyperhidrosis is a long-term condition, a person who has it can develop a permanent foul odor that may be offsetting to other people who may avoid the affected person. This can lead to feelings of isolation. Foul smell is one of the reasons why people with hyperhidrosis suffer from self-consciousness and embarrassment.
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