- male
- 25 Years
- 20/02/2025
I'm a bit concerned because my belly has started smelling like my girlfriend's vagina. It didnt used to smell this way before. Could this be some kind of skin infection?
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yes
Dr. Shubham Suggests...
Consult a Dermatologist
Answered 04/07/2025
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