Smelly Groin Area

[Willard814]

I have been training in Shotokan Karate for almost two years now and over the last six months I have noticed a BO kind of smelly odor coming from my crotch area. No matter how many times I shower the smell always comes back. I don't have any itching what so ever or any rashes or skin irritation. Does anyone know what is happening? I even trimmed my pubic hair down to a minimal level (not bald) to help combat the problem but nothing seems to help.

[Wastelander]

I have been training in Shotokan Karate for almost two years now and over the last six months I have noticed a BO kind of smelly odor coming from my crotch area. No matter how many times I shower the smell always comes back. I don't have any itching what so ever or any rashes or skin irritation. Does anyone know what is happening? I even trimmed my pubic hair down to a minimal level (not bald) to help combat the problem but nothing seems to help.

Try washing the area with vinegar before you shower.

[Dobie1979]

Have you changed your diet since.. One thing I've noticed the older I get the more I sweat.

[bushido_man96]

Go see a doctor.

[yamesu]

Body Odour is caused by bacteria on the skin - its a natural and unavoidable thing. If a new or more pungent odour has popped up recently, it could be due to any number of issues from having someone elses sweat contact you in training, not washing bedsheets often, new girlfriends/boyfriends etc etc... Soap and water will not kill most bacteria, so simply showering may not do the trick.

But seriously, I agree with Bushido - see a doctor. Even if members here are qualified to give medical advice, its near impossible to accurately diagnose an issue through a computer screen.