if a vagina is suppose to clean itself, why do it smell like that?

Answer 1

It is supposed to have its own smell, vaginas are not supposed to smell of fruit or flowers :)

If you bathe regularly you should have no problems...do not have too many bubble baths or use strong soaps or shower gels there cause it can alter the vagina's pH, making you more prone to infections. Douching is also not advisable.

However if you have noticed a change in the discharge, itching, redness, or a different smell, especially if its "fishy", its wise to check out with a gynae. Fungal and bacterial infections can alter the smell, as can certain sexually-transmitted diseases.

Answer 2

If it's an unusually bad odor or you have a strange looking discharge that's not normal to you, you could have an infection. If you mean the normal odor of a vagina, it's probably because when your vagina cleans itself, it's getting rid of dirt, bacteria, and other impurities (hence, your normal discharge that all women have). Bacteria isn't exactly a great thing, and this is why it's good to get rid of it. :) You also have a certain amount of yeast that's present in your vagina all the time (this is normal) and if you have a yeast infection (overgrowth of yeast) this can have an odor, too.

And whatever anyone tells you, it is NOT NOT NOT OK to use a douche. When you have your regular discharge, this is your body's way to cleaning your vagina. When you douche, you're just taking water and shoving all the bacteria, germs and dirt right back up there, which defeats the whole purpose.

Answer 3

Vaginas normally smell good as long as you keep it clean. The longer you take to get a bath or shower the more pungent the odour will be. My suggestion, take 2 baths/showers per day and you should be OK.

Answer 4

The vagina has fluids that help flush it, but taking showers and washing with mild soap and warm water will help.

Bad bathing practices, the use of douches, and infections can create a foul odor.

Answer 5

maybe the woman has a particularly strong smelling vagina. If you dont like it, leave.

Answer 6

maybe someone is having problem in cleaning her private part if so please try and get some vaginal soap and and use your finger to clean the inside of your vagina,you can have an option of using vinegar which clean and leave a fresh odour around a womans private kingdom(part)

Answer 7

If u dont like the smell then spray some scent on it before u put ur nose in there

Answer 8

it does clean itself just like any other part of your body cleans it self but could use a little help, they have douches and other femine things to use to feel fresh and to smell fresh. you could go to any drug store

Answer 9

cuz u dont clean it.change ur under wear every day and try to wear gstrings that gives air to vagina.take baths every day and use perfums.have fun

Answer 10

You are one dumb jerk off!! If it stinks, she is not taking care of her body.