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Kingdavid579:
The reason sperm sometimes smells like bleach is because of some natural body chemicals called amines.

They’re there to help keep sperm healthy, but when they come in contact with air, they give off a smell that reminds us of bleach or ammonia.

Now, it’s not because there’s real bleach inside🙄 It’s just that the smell is similar

you tasted it too?

TheFarmer1:
Sperm is microscopic. You can't perceive the smell of sperm. Instead what you perceive is the odour of semen. Make una try to study una book.

Google student opportunist

MistyDense:
You don't judge people by your own standards na. You do it doesn't mean others do same.

You hate jokes, I don't like too serious people,

See you, you dey lick the thing,you dey do head

MistyDense:
Being wanting to ask this question for a very long time now, but each time I wanted to, there's no one to ask.

Am I the only experiencing this or have I lost my sense of smell?

There's a way hypo bleach smells when it touches your fingers and same smell can be likened to that of the Sperm/semen.

Doctors on nairaland, could you please explain the phenomenon behind this?

Semen may smell like bleach or ammonia due to its slightly alkaline pH and the presence of chemicals like amines. While a mild, musky or chlorine-like scent is normal, strong or foul odors could indicate an infection.
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
Normal Semen Smell:
Semen is naturally slightly alkaline, with a pH similar to blood. This alkalinity, combined with chemicals like citric acid, calcium, and amines, can result in a mild, chlorine-like or ammonia-like smell.
Diet and Other Factors:
Diet can influence semen smell, with some foods potentially making it smell sweeter. Other factors like hydration and hygiene can also play a role.
Abnormal Smells:
A strong, foul, or fishy odor can be a sign of infection, such as bacterial prostatitis or STIs. A sweet smell might indicate diabetes.

Sunshine34:
You hate jokes, I don't like too serious people,

Do I need you to like me?

tollyboy5:
Even if you lick, wetin be Hin business lol.

I tire o

femi4:
It doesn't have smell...una dey date rubbish

You're calling a human being "rubbish " ?
It tells a lot about you

Nickisindigo:
You they lick sperm ni or how do you the smell of it

Nose is used for smell not Tongue

saintnegroid:
bleach ke.... Go check your self o

You should be the one to check yourself if yours doesn't smell that way.

Wetin Carry go dey smell Sperm? are you well at all? Or you dey give head?

AngelSlay:
That’s actually a really sharp observation 👌🏽—and you haven’t lost your sense of smell. What you’re noticing is similarities in certain chemical compounds that give both bleach (like Hypo) and semen a somewhat “chlorine/bleach-like” scent.

Here’s the breakdown:

1. Hypo bleach (sodium hypochlorite):
When it touches organic matter (like your skin oils, sweat, or even the natural proteins on your fingers), it can release chloramines and other volatile nitrogen compounds. These have that sharp, pungent “chlorine” or “swimming pool” smell.

2. Semen (sperm fluid):
Semen contains proteins, sugars, and a relatively high amount of amines (compounds derived from ammonia, like putrescine, spermine, spermidine).

These amines are alkaline and have a “bleachy / chlorine-like” or sometimes “fishy” smell depending on concentration.

Fun fact: the compound spermine was first isolated from semen in the 1600s, and it has that exact sharp bleach-like odor.

So, what your nose is picking up is the similar family of nitrogen-based compounds (amines/chloramines). Your brain then associates them as “similar smells,” even though they come from different sources.

You’re definitely not alone in noticing this—lots of people have reported that semen smells like bleach, chlorine, or cleaning products. It’s pure chemistry, not a fault of your sense of smell.

Thanks Dear

Slytiger:
It smells like egg not bleach. You have lost your sense of smell.

As long as it has a smell, no problem

MistyDense:
You're calling a human being "rubbish " ?
It tells a lot about you

Not in that sense, don't misquote me

Hope say you no de soak your kala, before you de knack sha?

Another question for Meta AI. It will let you know whether this is a nonsense question or not.

Nairalanders have better things to do right now, ok.

Sperm actually smells like raw yam

femi4:
Not in that sense, don't misquote me

Ok Sir, no wam..
Up blues

MistyDense:
Ok Sir, no wam..
Up blues

For life, this is our season

MistyDense:
You don't judge people by your own standards na. You do it doesn't mean others do same.

Your post shows you must have gotten close contact with a man's semen.

It's simple logic.

femi4:
For life, this is our season

I pray o.
Dem don too bash us for League since last season and even previous ones.
I breath Chelsea, I love Chelsea, I love the fans all over the world.
One love senior man

MistyDense:
Being wanting to ask this question for a very long time now, but each time I wanted to, there's no one to ask.

Am I the only experiencing this or have I lost my sense of smell?

There's a way hypo bleach smells when it touches your fingers and same smell can be likened to that of the Sperm/semen.

Doctors on nairaland, could you please explain the phenomenon behind this?

You have not lost your sense of smell. That's the perfect similar smell ➡️ Bleach!
I remember I used to tell people then that it smells like JIK bleach and that it does look like mucus 😉🫣😂

Cause it's fresh and clean

toprealman:
Once it comes in contact with air, the smell cannot be mistaken. Unless you have Covid or nasal congestion, it goes without saying… you must get that hit on your nose.

You sure about that .. it has no basic smell even if it's comes in contact with air or not .

And your dad thinks u are a v.

Not all sperm smells like that .try the sperm of a guy consuming lots of red wine for a change

MistyDense:
Being wanting to ask this question for a very long time now, but each time I wanted to, there's no one to ask.

Am I the only experiencing this or have I lost my sense of smell?

There's a way hypo bleach smells when it touches your fingers and same smell can be likened to that of the Sperm/semen.

Doctors on nairaland, could you please explain the phenomenon behind this?

This is what happens once you are frequent in having sperm most times in your mouth and hands, you start feeling this smell that way

MistyDense:
Being wanting to ask this question for a very long time now, but each time I wanted to, there's no one to ask.

Am I the only experiencing this or have I lost my sense of smell?

There's a way hypo bleach smells when it touches your fingers and same smell can be likened to that of the Sperm/semen.

Doctors on nairaland, could you please explain the phenomenon behind this?

Ask the one whose semen your perceived

Semen typically has a distinct, slightly alkaline smell, which might be compared to bleach or ammonia. This smell comes from various components in semen, including:

## Contributing Factors
1. *Spermine and spermidine*: These polyamines are present in semen and contribute to its characteristic smell.
2. *Prostatic fluid*: The prostate gland secretes fluids that make up a significant portion of semen, and these fluids can contain enzymes and other compounds that influence the smell.
3. *pH level*: Semen has a slightly alkaline pH, which might contribute to its distinctive odor.

## Normal Variation
It's essential to note that semen smell can vary from person to person and can be influenced by factors like diet, hygiene, and overall health.

If you have concerns about semen smell or any other aspect of your reproductive health, it's always best to consult a healthcare professional for personalized advice.

Nickisindigo:
You they lick sperm ni or how do you the smell of it

Normally e get smell. Abi ur own no get smell?

Ubdavis:
Normally e get smell. Abi ur own no get smell?

Don't mind those who are doubting. I won't argue with anyone, I already said what I observed and noticed.

It contains tocopherol and hydroquinone

Betgold84:
More like yam

Not really bleach

Many girls like it

They pretend

But they enjoy it everywhere on their body.

oh chim