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Thyroid Problems. An overactive thyroid gland is another cause of body odor. The thyroid gland causes us to sweat. When it's working overtime, as with hyperthyroidism, the body excretes an excessive amount of sweat even with little or no exertion. The thyroid should be checked for proper functioning once every year or two. Hyperthyroidism is treatable. If you notice an unnatural amount of sweat and the body odor that comes with it, see a doctor. Kidney and Liver Dysfunction. Bad body odor can also be caused by dysfunction in the kidneys and liver.
There is a popular belief, even among physicians, that weight. changes are frequent manifestations of thyroid dysfunction. Thyrotoxicosis is usually associated with weight loss and heat. intolerance. Cold intolerance, but not weight gain, is a. prominent feature of hypothyroidism. Thyroid hormones increase heat production only in. homeothermic species. Thermogenesis is energy dissipation as heat. The thermogenic effect of thyroid hormones is closely linked. to increased appetite and lipogenesis to ensure fuel. availability and avoid wasting.