Get Through the Causes of Body Odor with a Customized Treatment Method That Suits You

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Get Through the Causes of Body Odor with a Customized Treatment Method That Suits You

Kim Heon-gon Plastic Surgery Body Odor Clinic

Hello, everyone^^

This is the Kim Heon-gon Plastic Surgery Body Odor Clinic, where a board-certified plastic surgeon with 20 years of experience in treating body odor and hyperhidrosis is on site.

Patients with body odor, which causes unpleasant smells from the armpits, often experience difficulties in social life. The causes of body odor vary, but in most cases, it is caused by abnormalities in the sweat glands.

Kim Heon-gon Plastic Surgery Body Odor Clinic (Body Odor/Hyperhidrosis Treatment)
Experience gained over many years of practice and proven skill cannot be ignored by anyone. We promise responsible care so that patients can feel comfortable from the first consultation to the final visit.​
​Board-certified plastic surgeonGraduated from Seoul National University College of MedicineGraduated from Seoul National University Graduate SchoolFormer specialist at Samsung Medical Center (Samsung Seoul Hospital)Visiting professor in plastic surgery at Samsung Medical CenterMember of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive SurgeonsMember of the Korean Society for Aesthetic Plastic SurgeryMember of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic SurgeryMember of the Japanese Society of Aesthetic Plastic SurgeryMember of the American Facial Plastic Surgery Society​
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Body odor refers to a condition in which an abnormal smell is produced due to abnormalities in the sweat glands in the armpit area. It is related to sweat glands called apocrine glands.

These sweat glands secrete fatty acids and organic substances together, and when bacteria on the skin surface break them down, an unpleasant smell is released.

Common causes of body odor are as follows.

1. Genetic factors

Body odor is greatly influenced by genetics. If there is a family member with body odor, the likelihood of developing it increases.

2. Hormonal changes

During puberty or pregnancy, hormonal changes can increase the activity of the sweat glands in the armpit area, leading to body odor.

3. Bacterial infection

Body odor may worsen due to bacterial infection in the armpit area.

4. Others

Obesity, stress, and smoking can also cause body odor.

There are several ways to diagnose body odor. Let’s briefly look at the main methods^^

<Odor test>

The smell from the armpits is directly assessed by smelling it, or the intensity of the odor is measured using an olfactory testing tool.

<Sweat secretion test>

The amount of sweat produced in the armpit area is measured to determine whether body odor is present.

The importance of a proper diagnosis is to avoid unnecessary surgery and choose the most appropriate treatment method for each individual.

Since there are other conditions that show symptoms similar to body odor, it is best to receive an examination from a specialist. Based on these diagnostic results, the appropriate treatment method should be chosen.

There are various ways to treat body odor. Each method has its own pros and cons, and the appropriate method may differ depending on the individual’s cause of body odor and symptoms.

1. Surgical procedure

This is a surgery that makes an incision in the skin and removes the sweat glands. It can be helpful, but it requires a recovery period after surgery and may leave scars.

2. Laser treatment

This treatment destroys the sweat glands using a laser. It is less invasive than surgery, but multiple treatments may be needed.

3. Botox injections

This treatment temporarily paralyzes the function of the sweat glands using Botox. It is simple, but because its duration is short, periodic procedures are needed.

4. SIT surgery

This is a minimally invasive surgical method that has recently drawn attention. It removes sweat glands using a specially designed instrument through a small incision of about 3 mm.

When considering various treatment options, it is important to consult with a specialist and decide according to your individual situation and the cause of body odor.

SIT surgery directly removes the apocrine sweat glands that cause body odor. Unlike conventional excision or suction methods, it uses a thin tube of about 3 mm to remove the sweat glands, which results in less bleeding and pain and is characterized by a low recurrence rate.

• When body odor is severe

• When there has been no change with existing treatment methods

• When surgery can be performed under light anesthesia

However, before surgery, it is important to have sufficient consultation with a specialist to understand the pros, cons, and side effects of the operation, and to choose the surgical method that suits you.

To prevent recurrence of body odor and for long-term management, it is good to maintain the following lifestyle habits.

• Maintain cleanliness: Wash the armpits frequently and dry them completely. Using powder or deodorant to keep the armpits dry is also a good method.

• Wear well-ventilated clothing: It is good to wear breathable clothing and change underwear often.

• Manage stress: Stress is one of the factors that can worsen body odor, so it is important to manage stress through enough rest and exercise.

• Control food intake: High-calorie foods or alcohol intake can worsen body odor, so it is good to maintain proper eating habits.

Maintaining these lifestyle habits helps prevent recurrence of body odor and is useful for long-term management. If body odor is severe or symptoms do not improve with the methods above, it is good to receive an examination from a specialist.

I hope you will choose the appropriate treatment method after consulting with professional medical staff, and through this, regain your confidence and improve your quality of life^^

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us anytime.

Thank you.

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