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Hi Guys! Long time no see! I was sleeved on Jan 30th this year and I am at 59 pounds lost which may not be a lot, but is plenty for me. So here's the issue: I stink! I wear deodorant and take 2 showers a day. I just got out of the shower after washing with a fresh washcloth and deodorant soap. After I dried off my pits smelled like a Whopper Jr. with extra onions. I think I may need clinical strength deodorant. Is this happening to anyone else?

At this point I am not embarrassed because this is part of the process. I just want to know that I am not alone.

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I've heard that it can happen when you eat "too much" protein....too much with the sleeve is hard to define :)....I'm guessing it's just your body going through changes/balances....

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Totally normal! I've had a few days of it and my PA says more days are coming. It's from the hormones we are releasing when we lose weight. I finally just told my husband that he had to promise to tell me when I stink; otherwise I'll do what I can. And, yes, bought some Clinical Strength Secret Sport deodorant. What fun!

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Try Secret outlast gel. It's awesome. Also wash your armpits with antibacterial soap.

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I use Dove clinical protection and I love it

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Ok I bought the Dove Clinical Strength this morning and it seems to be helping. I may try some lemons. Thanks for responding.

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A crazy tip I heard that works for me! Instead of layering on deodorant over and over I actually use hand sanitizer in between, let it dry and then put the deodorant on again.

It kills the bacteria that causes the smell. It works well for me!

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