What Should You Do If You Develop Bromhidrosis?
Disease description:
Recently, I’ve noticed a persistent unpleasant odor whenever I sweat. After visiting the hospital for an examination, the doctor diagnosed me with bromhidrosis (axillary osmidrosis). What should I do if I have bromhidrosis?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Xiaoyan
The fundamental clinical principles for treating bromhidrosis (axillary osmidrosis) include maintaining good personal hygiene—such as frequent bathing and regularly changing clothes—to help reduce bacterial proliferation and thereby alleviate odor. Additionally, topical antiperspirants may be used to decrease sweat production and mitigate symptoms. For patients seeking definitive, long-term resolution of the odor, surgical removal of the apocrine glands at a hospital is an available treatment option.
