Early underarm odor in adolescents can lead to inferiority for themselves and discomfort for those around them. Understanding the causes and ameliorating this condition can promote children’s confidence and development.

Fish odor syndrome is a condition in which the human body emits a fishy odor similar to that of fish. The cause of the disease is a metabolic disorder, and substances excreted through sweat, urine, secretions and breath cause an unpleasant fishy odor to those around. The syndrome is not dangerous to health but seriously affects psychological and social issues.