What are the treatment options for bromhidrosis?

Bromhidrosis, also called body odour disorder or osmidrosis, develops when sweat and skin substances are broken down by bacteria. Warm, moist areas such as the armpits, feet and groin can be affected. A clinician may check for excessive sweating, infection, skin disease, medication effects or a change in general health before choosing treatment.

Daily washing followed by thorough drying can reduce the conditions bacteria need. Loose, breathable clothing, changing socks and shoes, and an antiperspirant may help control moisture. If sweating is a major trigger, targeted treatment can reduce sweat reaching the skin surface.

Keep a short record of where odour occurs, when it worsens and which products irritate your skin. A clinician may recommend an antiperspirant routine, treatment for an associated skin problem or a procedure. Botox For Sweating temporarily reduces nerve signals to sweat glands in selected areas. Microwave Sweat Gland Treatment uses energy to target sweat glands, usually in an area such as the underarms. These options require a suitability assessment.

Arrange medical review if odour begins suddenly, affects one unusual area, occurs with rash, pain, discharge or fever, or persists despite careful hygiene. Seek urgent care for severe skin redness with rapidly increasing pain, swelling or feeling unwell. A clinician can distinguish bromhidrosis from infection or another underlying problem.

Ask whether sweating or a skin condition is driving the odour, which products are suitable for your skin, whether a procedure could help, and how long its effect may last.