I am a very hygienic person and bathe after sex and every morning. I notice that even after a shower or any other freshing up devices (wipes, vaginal wash) that I use I still have a clear discharge that is very fishy smelling in odor. There isnt any itching or discomfort...just the odor. I dont want this to get way out of hand, especially if its an infection...Its embarassing!!! It's a pretty good amount of discharge too...I shower and its still there. Help? I plan to call the doc but was wondering if any other girls had this?? No guys answering please unless you are a doctor. ...
2006-09-12 11:11:17 · 7 answers · asked by Kroo 1 in Health ➔ Women's Health
I work for a Gynecologist/Oncologist and from what I know a "clear" discharge is normal it is when it becomes thick or even "watery" , greyish or even yellowish or green that you should become concerned, "Fishy" smell is usually a sign of Vaginosis. If your vulva smells fishy, it is almost certain that you have bacterial vaginosis (also known as ‘anaerobic vaginosis’). This is an imbalance in the bacteria in the vagina. All women have harmless bacteria in their vaginal passage. In bacterial vaginosis, some of the bacteria multiply so that more are present than is normal (it is usually the Gardnerella and Mobiluncus bacteria that are the culprits). In other words, bacterial vaginosis is not an infection caught from your partner, it is due to bacteria that are normally present in the vagina that just gets "out of control". Bacterial Vaginosis is treated with an Antibiotic, Metronidazole from your Doctor which I highly recommend regardless of who you are or what age I have witness to many woment ignore symptoms or regular check ups (PAP Smears) and have out comes that could have been prevented. Hope this helps.
2006-09-12 11:30:11 · answer #1 · answered by sassyz 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm no expert, but I think most women will agree that you shouldn't be using vaginal wash. Your vagina cleans itself out. The odor is fishy, which means infection. You answered your question yourself. Now make an appointment with your gyno or regular doctor and get some meds so you'll smell good again.
2006-09-12 11:14:23 · answer #2 · answered by Rachael 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Possibly bacterial vaginosis. I was "inactive" for 2 years and got BV from OVER washing, you can get it if any bad bacteria gets up there (Usually E. Coli) and there's not enough good bacteria to fight it off. The doctor will usually perscribe a course of antibiotics or what's called MetroGel, it's like Monistat but clear IIRC, and will clear the infection right up.
2006-09-12 11:15:05 · answer #3 · answered by sovereign_carrie 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It variety of relies upon upon what variety of smell you're speaking about. each and every lady has some gentle yet no longer unsightly smell about them. in case you're smelling like lifeless fish even if, it really is an infection . you received't have any discharge, yet that particular fishy scent is linked with various sexually transmitted diseases. that's continually very good after sex. regrettably, as a lady, you could ought to get used to be certain a gynecologist on your lady parts. it really is merely portion of being lady. they have seen each and every thing if the are interior the field of OB/Gyn , so don't be embarrassed or hectic. you'll likely have childrens quicker or later and after that there'll be annual physicals, pap smears and nicely lady exams. you could besides get used to it now and get your situation treated. there is not any over the counter medicine for that fishy smell , it calls for a prescription medicine and clinical place of work visit.
2016-10-16 00:22:08 · answer #4 · answered by duperne 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like normal dischage to me. It can get messy around ovulation. But the fishy smell? That can be the sign of an infection. Best talk to a Gyn.
2006-09-12 11:14:28 · answer #5 · answered by rachely1 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Visit your Gynecologist asap. You will need to have swabs taken and sent to the lab. It could be one of many things, ie. bacterial vaginitis etc. Act soon, antibiotics are effective and can solve the problem soon.
Also, remember to practice safe sex....an STD checkup should also be considered.
Good luck
2006-09-12 11:25:20 · answer #6 · answered by Simplyadorable 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i am doctor the may be infection if it is fishy odor it is not important you should go to your doc and he will give medication according to your physical exam or rarely he/she may give is test do not worry it is common in sexually active women and it does not mean that your not hygienic
2006-09-12 11:18:57 · answer #7 · answered by mohammad g 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋