Q: I am a 74-year-old man with a somewhat embarrassing question. My grandson recently asked me why I smell dusty. I've heard about “old person smell,” but always thought I would know if I had it. What ...

Researchers say senior citizens have a recognizable body odor that can’t be fully explained by grooming, diet or mothballs. In fact, young adults can identify an elder by body odor alone. Might be ...

Dear Doctors: I am a 74-year-old man with a somewhat embarrassing question. My grandson recently asked me why I smell dusty. I’ve heard about “old person smell,” but always thought I would know if I ...

Studies show that smell loss with age may reflect more serious underlying problems, and is even linked to how long we're ...