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bromhidrosis /brom·hi·dro·sis/ (bro″mĭ-dro´sis) axillary (apocrine) sweat which has become foul-smelling as a result of its bacterial decomposition. Bromhidrosis Bacterial breakdown of sweat and cellular debris resulting in a foul odor. Mentioned in: Hyperhidrosis bromhidrosis [brō′midrō′sis] Etymology: Gk, bromos, stench, hidros, sweat an abnormal condition in which the apocrine sweat has an unpleasant odor. The odor is usually caused by bacterial decomposition of perspiration on the skin. Treatment includes frequent bathing, changing of socks and underclothes, and use of deodorants, antibacterial soaps, and dusting powders. Also called body odor. bromhidrosis the secretion of foul-smelling perspiration. bromhidrosis Medtalk Body odor–eg, stinky feet How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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