why does my vagina have a bad smell?

Answer 1

could be a yeast infection, could be a uti, could be a number of stds, if you recently had sex without a condom it could be the smell of semen mixing with your fluids, or it could be your natural smell. i suggest seeing your gyno or even just your regular family doctor to get diagnosed and medication if necessary.

Answer 2

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• Natural antiseptic properties combat infections which cause irritation, unpleasant odour and vaginal discharge
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Answer 3

It sounds like you might have an infection and this needs to be evaluated by your dr to see if it's bacterial vaginosis (the kind of infection that causes a smell such as like a fish).

Answer 4

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Answer 5

Well, you could have an std, or it could be a bacterial infection called gardnarella. Both can be treated. Go to your obgyn. DON"T DOUCHE! It can make it worse!!!!!!!! Your doc will do a culture and give you an antibiotic.

Answer 6

There could be a number of reasons why your having odor.It could be a yeast infection,std it could be also you normal scent.

Answer 7

Signs and symptoms

Vaginitis symptoms may include:

* Change in color, odor or amount of discharge from your vagina
* Vaginal itching or irritation
* Pain during intercourse
* Painful urination
* Light vaginal bleeding

Additionally, you may have these signs and symptoms depending on the type of vaginitis:

* Bacterial vaginosis. You may develop a grayish-white, foul-smelling discharge. The odor, often described as fish-like, may be more obvious after sexual intercourse.
* Yeast infections. The main symptom is itching, but you may have a white, thick discharge that resembles cottage cheese.
* Trichomoniasis. This infection can cause a greenish yellow, sometimes frothy discharge.
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The cause depends on the type of vaginitis you have.

Bacterial vaginosis
Bacterial vaginosis results from an overgrowth of one of several organisms normally present in your vagina. Usually, "good" bacteria outnumber "bad" bacteria in your vagina. But if bad bacteria become too numerous, they upset the balance and bacterial vaginosis results. This type of vaginitis can spread during sexual intercourse, but it also occurs in people who aren't sexually active. Women with new or multiple sex partners, as well as women who douche or use an intrauterine device (IUD) for birth control, have a higher risk of bacterial vaginosis.

Yeast infections
Yeast infections occur when certain internal or external factors change the normal environment of your vagina and trigger an overgrowth of a microscopic fungus — the most common being C. albicans. A yeast infection isn't considered a sexually transmitted disease. Besides causing most vaginal yeast infections, C. albicans also causes infections in other moist areas of your body, such as in your mouth (thrush), skin folds and fingernail beds. The fungi can also cause diaper rash.

Factors that increase your risk of yeast infections include:

* Medications, such as antibiotics and steroids
* Uncontrolled diabetes
* Hormonal changes, such as those associated with pregnancy, birth control pills and menopause

Bubble baths, vaginal contraceptives, damp or tightfitting clothing and feminine hygiene products, such as sprays and deodorants, don't cause yeast infections, but they may increase your susceptibility to infection.

Trichomoniasis
Trichomoniasis is a common sexually transmitted disease caused by a microscopic, one-celled parasite called Trichomonas vaginalis. This organism spreads during sexual intercourse with someone who already has the infection. The organism usually infects the urinary tract in men, but often causes no symptoms in men. Trichomoniasis typically infects the vagina in women.

Noninfectious vaginitis
Vaginal sprays, douches, perfumed soaps, scented detergents and spermicidal products may cause an allergic reaction or irritate the delicate skin around your vagina. Vaginal itching and burning can also result from vaginal dryness caused by a drop in your hormone levels after menopause or surgical removal of your ovaries.Treatment

The type of medication used for vaginitis treatment depends on which type you have:

* Bacterial vaginosis. For this type of vaginitis, your doctor may prescribe metronidazole (Flagyl, MetroGel) or clindamycin (Cleocin) as tablets or vaginal gels or creams.
* Yeast infections. Yeast infections usually are treated with an antifungal cream or suppository, such as miconazole (Monistat) and clotrimazole (Gyne-Lotrimin). Yeast infections may also be treated with an oral antifungal medication, such as fluconazole (Diflucan). The advantages of over-the-counter treatment for a yeast infection are convenience, cost and not having to wait to see your doctor. The catch is you may be treating something other than a yeast infection. It's possible to mistake a yeast infection for other types of vaginitis or other conditions that need different treatment. Using the wrong medicine may delay a proper diagnosis and the most appropriate treatment, and can lead to complications.
* Trichomoniasis. Your doctor may prescribe metronidazole (Flagyl) tablets.
* Atrophic vaginitis. Estrogen, in the form of vaginal creams, tablets or rings, can effectively treat atrophic vaginitis. This treatment is available by prescription from your doctor.
* Noninfectious vaginitis. To treat this type of vaginitis, you need to pinpoint the source of the irritation and avoid it. Possible sources include new soap, laundry detergent, sanitary napkins or tampons.

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Answer 8

1- how u dicover it?
2- you should know it's a part of women's life
3- meet a doctor not an answer here