odd question about sweat

My Dad is having an issue with his sweating. All of a sudden it has a sweet smell to it, almost like corn. The laundry room literally smells like we had corn on the cob for dinner and threw it in the garbage. What could cause this?
It could be something he ate or drank, or a medication, or something going on in his body...maybe he needs to see his doctor, especially since it smells like corn that's been in the garbage!

He said he hasn't eaten anything different or changed his meds

We cannot give medical advice on this forum - see the TOS.That said, it might be wise to suggest that your father see a physician; unusual and drastic changes in body chemistry may be cause for concern.

The sweating could be adrenopause or male menopause, but it's best to see a physician.

Quote from TDFlMedicRNWe cannot give medical advice on this forum - see the TOS.That said, it might be wise to suggest that your father see a physician; unusual and drastic changes in body chemistry may be cause for concern.

Quote from hopefulwhoopI don't see how this is asking for advice... She's simply asking for opinions on what it might be. But, I do agree that he should see his PCP, though there's a good chance they won't find anything wrong.

Quote from Ashley, PICU RNAsking for advice = asking for opinions thoughts about an issue. The OP is asking for possible medical reasons for her father's possible medical condition. How is this not asking for advice?

Quote from hopefulwhoopThe thing is I have seen multiple threads like this, where the OP just states they're asking the question about a pt. In that case, it's not considered advice. But, when the OP indicates it's about a family member or friend, it's all of a sudden considered asking for advice. Eg, 'I have a pt who has these symptoms, what do you think it is?' In this situation, people give multiple reasons and ideas. Now, in a situation like this, 'My mother has these symptoms. What do you think it is?' It's considered asking for advice. I don't get it. Makes no sense to me.

As stated above, we cannot provide personal medical advice for self or family/friends.Please have your father checked out by his Healthcare Provider if he has concerns.We hope all is well.