Aa
Wet dog smell
My husband complains that after I have been outside doing even mild activity I smell like a wet dog or "ozone". Could this be caused by a medication or medical issue? Is there anything I can do to stop it? This has only been an issue for last year or so.
Best Answer
The only thing that has actually helped me was a recent round of strong antibiotics and steroids I took for a sever sinus infection. That helped for a couple of weeks, with me asking my daughter to confirm. I have a follow-up appointment with my physician to possibly have a scrape of the skin on my scalp to see if there is something growing there. There is a shampoo not being sole for dogs which contains a treatment for bacteria nd fungus which works on dogs. If I don't get any results with the doctor, I intend to examine what is in the dog shampoo. I can smell the odor from my scalp a few hours after I bathe and shampoo my hair. I have tried everything suggested, and more, with nothing working. I even showered and shampooed twice a day for a while, and that didn't help. My bedroom and pillow will smell terrible after I have slept overnight. I have also smelled this on other people. I hope something is found that takes care of this problem.
i never heard of this. It could be something you're ingesting, like a certain food or med that when you sweat it comes out of your poors. That's pretty normal for a lot of meds. otherwise, IDK
that is a very good tip also try to get the same body wash every time u buy one i know sometimes one is on sale but ur body gets used to certain stuff and if u change too often then u are bound to get weird smells. also ask him to smell out where it is coming from so u know where to start! because if u seek a dr then they will ask u what general area its coming from and its good to know!
It can be due to hygiene problem. Or because of your bad Eating habits. Or can be at times due to some skin problems.
try checking out these steps for remedies....
First of all have a balanced diet.
Have plenty of water.
Include turnip or its juice in your diet.
Take a shower using an antibacterial soap followed by a deodorant once in a day especially in the areas around the anus and the genitals.
When bathing, use a good brush in circular movement.
Use cotton clothes especially cotton undergarments, which lets the skin breathe. Avoid synthetic clothes.
Wear loose cloths instead of figure-hugging ones and change your cloths daily.
Washing areas under the armpits is a must as 80% of the body's sweat is present there.
If you're buying products to handle perspiration knowing their difference is a must. For example, antiperspirants stop the sweat from leaving the skin by blocking the pores while deodorants destroy the bacteria when sweat leaves the body.
Use a deodorant or anti-perspirant that contains aluminium chlorohydrate or zirconium.
Curb your coffee and tea intake. Caffeine can stimulate the autonomic nervous system, which regulates sweating. Limit yourself to two cups daily.
Avoid alcohol since it increases perspiration potential by dilating blood vessels.
you can also try this. Boil mint leaves and add the water to your bath water. Keep some aside for a special dousing for your armpits and between the thighs.
If none of the above work and or the scent of your perspiration becomes stronger or more intense. See your doctor.
Good luck.
try checking out these steps for remedies....
First of all have a balanced diet.
Have plenty of water.
Include turnip or its juice in your diet.
Take a shower using an antibacterial soap followed by a deodorant once in a day especially in the areas around the anus and the genitals.
When bathing, use a good brush in circular movement.
Use cotton clothes especially cotton undergarments, which lets the skin breathe. Avoid synthetic clothes.
Wear loose cloths instead of figure-hugging ones and change your cloths daily.
Washing areas under the armpits is a must as 80% of the body's sweat is present there.
If you're buying products to handle perspiration knowing their difference is a must. For example, antiperspirants stop the sweat from leaving the skin by blocking the pores while deodorants destroy the bacteria when sweat leaves the body.
Use a deodorant or anti-perspirant that contains aluminium chlorohydrate or zirconium.
Curb your coffee and tea intake. Caffeine can stimulate the autonomic nervous system, which regulates sweating. Limit yourself to two cups daily.
Avoid alcohol since it increases perspiration potential by dilating blood vessels.
you can also try this. Boil mint leaves and add the water to your bath water. Keep some aside for a special dousing for your armpits and between the thighs.
If none of the above work and or the scent of your perspiration becomes stronger or more intense. See your doctor.
Good luck.
1 Comments
I have had this problem since I was a child. I have tried these things, and nothing works. It is not poor body hygiene, I bath regularly and have even tried showers and shampoos twice a day. I do not sweat excessively, I have used numerous deodorants, and none helped, though the problem is specifically coming from my hair. I have used multiple kinds of shampoo including medicated shampoos, with no change. My diet is mostly clean and organic, I do not eat spicy foods, and I am just tired of this smell. The only thing that has seemed to help was when I was on an antibiotic and steroids for a severe sinus infection, and that only lasted about two weeks. I intend to follow up with my physician for a possible scraping of my scalp to determine what might be growing there. I have tried everything you have listed. Please don't blame this problem on something anyone is or isn't doing!
Have an Answer?
You are reading content posted in the Undiagnosed Symptoms Community
Discharge often isn't normal, and could mean an infection or an STD.
In this unique and fascinating report from Missouri Medicine, world-renowned expert Dr. Raymond Moody examines what really happens when we almost die.
Think a loved one may be experiencing hearing loss? Here are five warning signs to watch for.
When it comes to your health, timing is everything
We’ve got a crash course on metabolism basics.
Learn what you can do to avoid ski injury and other common winter sports injury.
Welcome to the MedHelp forum!
This can be due to increased sweating, thyroid disorders, diabetes, any medications you are taking, hormonal imbalance of menopause or due to increased protein in diet.
Since I cannot examine you and know other related conditions you may be having, nor is a detailed history possible on net, I have listed the various possibilities that should be looked into. Please consult your PCP for primary examination followed by proper referral. Take care!