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Body odor (or bromhidrosis, if you’re being technical) is “caused by bacteria on the skin, which break down sweat, giving off a foul odor,” according to Dr. Joshua Zeichner, a dermatologist ...
The defining feature of ORS is excessive thoughts of having offensive body odor(s) which are detectable to others. The individual may report that the odor comes from: the nose and/or mouth, i.e. halitosis (bad breath); the anus; the genitals; the skin generally; or specifically the groin, armpits or feet.
The lifetime prevalence of the disorder falls anywhere between 3% and 13% with changes in severity occurring throughout one's lifetime. It is estimated that about 17% of individuals with taijin kyofusho have fears of releasing foul body odor. [16] Although sometimes undiagnosed, symptoms of taijin kyofusho are not uncommon in Japan. [15]
Depending on the undigested component, this may affect the odor and the volume of gas created. [11] Excess dietary fiber intake is a known cause of belching, gas and bloating. Many vegetables are known to cause bloating due to high levels of fiber and undigestible sugars such as raffinose (e.g., beans, cabbage, broccoli). [12]
Stress and anxiety are common causes of stomach pain and other gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms, according to an article by UChicago Medicine. Research reveals a strong connection between the brain ...
Gastric motor function abnormalities have long been linked to functional dyspepsia. [8] [9] However, a study revealed that there was no relationship between symptoms and stomach physiological abnormalities. [10] The symptoms are significantly influenced by meal consumption, [11] and genetic factors may also play a part. [12]
Bad breath, also known as halitosis, is a symptom in which a noticeably unpleasant breath odour is present. [1] It can result in anxiety among those affected. [1] It is also associated with depression and symptoms of obsessive compulsive disorder. [1] The concerns of bad breath may be divided into genuine and non-genuine cases. [2]
Autoimmune gastrointestinal dysmotility (AGID) is an autoimmune disease autonomic neuropathy affecting the gastrointestinal organs and digestive system of the body. Dysmotility is when the strength or coordination of the esophagus, stomach or intestines muscles do not work as they should. [1]