2006-10-10 09:48:50 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ STDs
Bacterial vaginosis is caused by an overgrowth of bacteria normally present in the vagina. Bacterial vaginosis is sometimes called nonspecific vaginitis or gardnerella vaginitis.
Symptoms may include: A watery, pearly grey discharge instead of normal vaginal secretions, A strong or unusual odour from the vagina. Other infections may be present
Bacterial vaginosis may occur simultaneously with other infections or sexually transmitted diseases.
Although it is not clear how bacterial vaginosis is transmitted, it is more common in women who are sexually active. It sometimes develops soon after intercourse with a new partner. Women who have female sexual partners may transmit the infection on fingers or shared sex toys.
During a medical examination, your doctor may notice:
The discharge or odour, Decreased acidity of the vaginal fluid.
This can occur even if you have not noticed any symptoms.
If you have no symptoms, treatment is usually not required. You should receive treatment if you: Have symptoms, or your doctor has noticed signs of bacterial vaginosis.
You are about to have a medical procedure that could allow bacteria into the uterus, for example, an IUD-related procedure or termination of pregnancy.
You are pregnant. Your obstetrician may need to be consulted about treatment.
2006-10-10 12:55:14 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
The most common cause of fishy smelling discharge from the vagina is Bacterial Vaginosis. This is due to an overgrowth of bacteria and is not a sexually transmitted disease. You should definitely see a doctor to diagnose this though as there are other conditions that can cause foul smelling discharge and your sexual health is nothing to be taken lightly. If it is BV, a course of antibiotics will clear it up. I had BV a couple times while pregnant with my son. It is very common for all women. Good luck!!
2006-10-10 10:32:41 · answer #2 · answered by luvbabysky 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Certain types of infections, including STD's. It's possible that it could be something as simple as the type of soap you use. Get to the Doctor and find out for sure what it is.
2006-10-10 10:18:57 · answer #3 · answered by kristen 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
more often than not, this is caused by bacterial vaginosis. it is a very common infection treated with antibiotics. it is not an std but you should see your gyn to be sure that is what you have
2006-10-10 10:21:53 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
That's actually a pretty classic symptom for an infection. See your doctor, it's easily treatable.
2006-10-10 10:16:51 · answer #5 · answered by The Doc 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
TRIC sounds most likely you have a STD the doctors usually call it Skunkcunt or Tunatwat. get a course of anti biotics and start again xx
2006-10-10 12:10:10 · answer #6 · answered by JoyDivision 3 · 0⤊ 3⤋
See a doctor - you have some sort of infection....
2006-10-10 13:27:35 · answer #7 · answered by Vanity 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋