what can i do for putried odors from my female parts?

Question

everytime i pull my pants down the smell is overwhelming

Answer 1

if douching doesn't work you may have an infection, or fungus growing down there, go to the doctor and they can help you

Answer 2

First you should go to the doctor and he or she will determine whether an infection of some sort is the culprit. Once anything medical is ruled out, you should wash frequently with mild soap. Especially during the summer months when that area is enclosed and sweaty, the odor may be more. Some femenine product lines do have feminine sprays that may work. Don't overdo it because too much can irritate the skin.

Answer 3

Dear yvette s

The best way to find out if it really is a problem or if all you need is some freshen up, is to buy some douche from any drug store or Walmart and try that for about a week, and you can also buy some wipes to freshen up on every chance you get, if that doesn't work, your next step is to fight it by buying some meds for it like vagasil or any other creams they have, and there is several kinds of meds for it. Now, if that didn't work, your next step is to see a doctor, because this is not normal if you're a really clean person and are conscientious about your hygiene.

Answer 4

Well, if the odor really is "putrid", as you say, you may want to consult your physician or gynecologist becuase it may be a sign of a problem. If it is a common female odor then try using a vaginal creme or spray and wash frequenty. Many people will tell you to douche, but that is not recommended by doctors and may make things worse in the long run. Good luck!

Answer 5

Fish Odor Syndrome

One of the most common topics women ask me to address relates to problems with various types of body odor. While many of these can be easily traced to diet, infections, or even personal hygiene habits, there is a rare possibility that the cause of severe body odor problems can be hereditary, even if no family members have ever had this problem. There is a very rare genetic condition called trimethylaminuria or “Fish Odor Syndrome,” which causes severe body odor. This condition is so rare that most physicians are unaware of it, leaving frustrated patients without advice or solutions.

This condition is a recessive inborn error of metabolism. This means that people who inherit one gene for it from each parent can be affected. The genetic defect involves an enzyme that breaks down trimethylamine, a by-product of protein digestion released by bacteria living in the intestines. This molecule is the compound that gives fish their fishy odor; it has been described as smelling “foul” or “garbage-like” at low concentrations and “fishy” in larger amounts.

Trimethylaminuria can appear at any age, often depending upon the patient’s diet. It is exacerbated by choline, which is found in eggs, liver and other organ meats, legumes, and some grains. It can also be exacerbated by eating foods such as salt water fish, which contain trimethylamine-oxide. The good news is that symptoms can often be reduced by following a low-protein diet that restricts foods containing choline or trimethylamine-oxide. Some people also report that limiting lecithin (a common food additive that is also naturally found in eggs, soybeans, and corn) also helps reduce their body odor. In some patients, avoiding dark green leafy vegetables and broccoli may help as well. Because the odor is produced by the normal bacteria of the gut, low-dose antibiotics may also help reduce the odor-producing load.

Patients with this condition report foul odors in their breath, sweat, and urine. The body odor is most commonly described as smelling like “rotting fish” and is most prominent in areas of active sweating (armpits or feet) and in the urine. Affected patients may also complain of bad breath or a “horrible” taste in their mouths. This condition may become more severe after puberty and the level of symptoms can vary. The odor can result in severe social consequences and frustration which has led to aggressive behavior, poor school performance, and even severe depression. Suicidal thoughts are not uncommon in these patients.

A variety of reports say that trimethylaminuria is worse in women than in men. In women this condition can get worse around puberty, just before and during menstrual periods, after taking oral contraceptives, and around the time of menopause. Some researchers suggest that this condition may be exacerbated by female hormones. The condition may also develop without any genetic link in patients who have had liver or kidney disease.

The diagnosis is usually missed due to an extreme lack of awareness. When the diagnosis is made it is usually made clinically, but confirmed by complicated testing of the urine for elevated trimethylamine levels.

Answer 6

Keep yourself clean..you can douche but I heard that's not recommended for frequent use. But when you shower, make sure you wash your female areas. Summer is here, so wash yourself frequently. If this doesn't help, then it may be a symptom that something is wrong such as a yeast infection. You might want to check it with a gynecologist to be on the safe side.

Answer 7

Although most have said to douche, I have heard that using douche can actually do more harm than good. Instead, you may want to see your gyno to see if you have some type of infection. If not, there are different soaps out there specific to the female area. Also, you might want to try carrying some of the feminine wipes that they have out there; you can keep them in your purse and use them every time you use the restroom.

Answer 8

See a doctor. It can be a symptom of something serious, or at least something that will respond to proper treatment apart from a douche. But don't panic. I had a beloved once who often smelt like fish down there - and, maybe because I adored her, I found it very attractive and exciting!

Answer 9

GOD everybody stop being so mean to this girl. you would be AMAZED at how many girls have this problem.

honey, make sure you are taking care of business by keeping the "hedges trimmed"....then check with your OB/GYN because you may have yeast infection or other sort of vaginal, bladder, or even uteran infection. a complete gynecological exam is a really good idea and you may just need some simple meds, but it never hurts to ask the doctor if you are really concerned. good luck.

Answer 10

Oh for pete's sake.

Take a shower, and use a non-scented soap. Not body wash, soap. Wear cotton underwear, and pants that fit right.

Don't douche .. it's bad for you. It kills the good bacteria, and then it'll get all funky down there.

Also, see a gynocologist. You might have something going on down there ...

Answer 11

You might have an infection. See a doctor before you go douche crazy...it wont stop an infection and may make it worse. Can't afford a doctor, then go to the public health clinic.