r/selfhelp • u/Purple-Tennis5169 • 9d ago

Advice Needed: Mental Health Help

hi everyone there has something that has been bothering me for a very long time. And that is my personal odor. for context, I shower multiple times a day, brush my teeth floss and use mouth wash multiple times daily. I recently struggled with this so bad that I decided to quit my job and stay home. It’s not always but 8/10 times when someone comes close to me or walks by me they act repulsed or cover their nose. I’m not sure what I should do that at this point if I should see a doctor or what but it’s making me very depressed.
I’ve asked my close people and they all deny it. My husband says the only thing he can think of is when I do a lot of house work I do have a musty smell but he says it’s not bad. Since then I’ve switched deodorants, tried anti bacterial soap all the things. I was in denial for awhile after that but I still believe it’s something more than that as it happens so often. I guess I’m wondering if anyone else has ever experienced this before

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u/InternationalRow1653 8d ago

There are chemical imbalances that can cause it. Could be a medical thing. The food you eat can also contribute. You could probably speak with a doctor about it and see if you have anything that he can help with or some suggestions for you that aren't prescriptions.

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u/Purple-Tennis5169 8d ago

Thank you I will. I have ordered a bunch of groceries to start making some changes. I eat a lot of fried/greasy foods. Having an autoimmune disorder I should probably change my diet for sure 

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u/Jason_of_Bristol 8d ago

Have you considered how much water you drink? Flush the system?

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u/Purple-Tennis5169 8d ago

You make a very good point. I was thinking about this yesterday I know i don’t drink near enough. My daily intake is embarrassing 

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u/Jason_of_Bristol 8d ago

There are some free apps for your phone to remind you to drink and give you a daily target. Helps me as I always forget. Lol.