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If you were friends with someone with bad body odor, would you tell them, and if so, how? or is it better to not tell them?

Asked by jca (36062points) October 24th, 2010

I have a good friend (opposite sex, platonic, no sexual intentions) who has bad body odor. To be specific, it’s like un-washed underarms. I don’t understand how he does not smell it himself because it is very strong. He’s a fun person but this smell is gross.

Should I tell him, and if so what is a way to say it tactfully? Or should I just leave the topic alone?

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