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How about that, my scent?
I've got my perfume on
point today!
Doesn't it smell nice?

This is troublesome.
How should I explain it?

Various Smells

It's especially hard tomention body odor.

Bad Breath

Body odor

What does bad breath smell like?

Where on the body is odor most likely to occur?

The smell of bad breath is said to be the smell of sulfur compounds,
often described as the smell of rotten eggs or onions, but it might beeasier to imagine the strong sulfur smell of a hot spring area.

Odor tends to originate particularly from areas like the armpits, scalp, andsoles of the feet, where bacteria can easily proliferate due to sweating, andover time, this decomposition results in body odor.

What causes bad breath?

Is sweat the cause of body odor?

Many people think that bad breath is due to not brushing teeth, but the truthis, even if you brush, if you do not brush properly, the breath will still
smell bad. The smell of sulfur compounds actually comes from gases
produced by bacteria in the mouth, which break down protein for food.

So, does that mean themore bacteria in themouth, the stronger thebad breath becomes?

Good work today.
It's getting warmer andI just can't stop sweating...

There are two types of sweat glands: "eccrine glands" and "apocrine glands".
Eccrine Glands
Distribution

Yes, that's right.
If there are a lot of bacteria, it can leadto periodontal disease, and asperiodontal disease progresses, badbreath becomes stronger, making
treatment and daily care important.

Components
Characteristics

Entire body (especially palms
and soles)

Odor

Water, proteins, lipids, fatty acids,

potassium, etc.

cholesterol, etc.

Sweating occurs when bodytemperature rises or during

growth over time leads toodor development.

The bacteria that produce gas dislike air, so they hide within the gums.
To remove these hidden bacteria, a toothbrush alone is not sufficient;you need to use dental floss. Smell the floss after using it; that smell is
the smell of bad breath.

Armpits, around the genitals

Water (99%), sodium,

Initially odorless, but bacterial

How can we reduce bacteria?

Apocrine Glands

Active during puberty.
Contains elements that contributeto strong odor, conditions withstrong odor from these glands arecalled "bromhidrosis."

How should I take measures?
If you sweat, wipe off with antibacterial or wet wipes to block the growth ofbacteria. Also, changing into a fresh set of underwear can be a good strategy.

Let's use Dental floss!
Floss is not just a tool for cleaning between teeth.
It is also a tool that can clean the grooves of the gums
(periodontal pockets).

Bad Floss

Good Floss

You should floss into thegums because there arebacteria here!

I am worried about having bromhidrosis.
If there aremany checks,it's important
to be cautious.

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One of my parents has bromhidrosis.
The armpit area of white clothes turns yellow.
Earwax is moist and sticky.
Particularly hairy underarms.
White powder sticks to underarm hair.
Excessive underarm sweating.

At the clinic, you can also get
checked for bromhidrosis.
If you're worried, don't
hesitate to consult.

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ChemicalOdorsPerfume

Even if the person wearing the perfume enjoys
the scent, it does not guarantee that others will
like it too. Furthermore, continuous use of
perfume can lead to olfactory adaptation, where
the wearer becomes accustomed to thefragrance and may unconsciously apply morethan necessary.

Factors
Aging

Individual
differences

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Chemical
Odors

FabricSoftener

Chemical
Odors

Many people prioritize the "pleasant scent" offabric softeners over their functionality, andsome feel unsatisfied unless the scent persists on
clothes long after they are dry. Like withperfumes, people can become adapted to scents,
so it is important to be cautious about theamount of fabric softener used. Have you beenusing more during laundry?

Cigarette
Smoke

Cigarette smoke contains hundreds of chemical
substances, and the mixture of these chemicals
produces a distinctive odor. The particles fromthe smoke and its base are very small, making
them likely to adhere to clothing fibers and hair,causing the odor to penetrate deeply.

Perception of Smells
Although individual differences exist,
the sense of smell generally declines with age, especially the cognitive ability toidentify specific odors, which decreases rapidly with age.
The minimum concentration at which odors can be sensed varies among individuals,
but the sensitivity to odors is often more influenced by differences in awarenessrather than significant functional differences.

The sense of smell can be affected by conditions like nasal congestion due to a cold,
Health status fatigue, and lack of sleep. In women, the sense of smell can also be influenced by
the menstrual cycle and pregnancy.
Genderdifferences

While the differences are not large, statistically, women tend to have a more acutesense of smell than men. The rate of decline in olfactory function with age is greaterin men than in women.

Diurnalvariations

The perception of smells can subtly vary between morning and night, regardless of
one's health status. It is said that during the daytime activity period, odors areevaluated more diversely compared to early morning or night.

Adaptation

Being continuously exposed to a certain odor can lead to a decreased sensitivity tothat smell, a phenomenon known as "adaptation." Similar expressions include"habituation" and "olfactory fatigue."

Odor
While a low concentration of an odor, such as in perfume, may be pleasant, it canconcentration become unpleasant as the concentration increases.

Examples of Initiatives in the Company•••••

Create awareness materials to encourage employees tobe considerate about odors in the workplace.
Set up a harassment consultation service(as part of health consultations).
Conduct surveys to gather feedback from employees.
Provide sweat wipes and deodorant sheets
within the office.
Install air purifiers.

Odors can also affectconcentration, so it's
an important issue.

If everyone pays a littleattention, it can create abetter environment!