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The smell of normal vaginal discharge will have a unique smell, not too bad. Every woman can know the smell of normal vaginal discharge that comes regularly. But if the vaginal discharge has an unpleasant smell , we will feel it, such as a rotten or fishy smell. In addition to destroying confidence, it is also a warning sign of disease or illness.
“Smelly vaginal discharge is a warning sign for all women to monitor themselves or consult a doctor if they are concerned.”
Interesting facts about vaginal discharge with odor
What causes vaginal discharge to smell?
Odorous vaginal discharge is caused by vaginal infection. It may cause itching, or the color of the discharge may change from normal, or there may be a burning sensation during urination. Odorous vaginal discharge can cause unpleasant symptoms.
Until there is anxiety. In some cases, the smell may waft out from the outside like the smell of salted fish, causing those close to them to feel disgusted.
“Vaginal discharge with an odor may occur before or after menstruation, or sometimes during intercourse, which can affect the relationship with your partner.”
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What kind of vaginal discharge has an abnormal odor?
1. A lot of clear, watery vaginal discharge with an odor.
- If there is an odor along with a clear liquid appearance, it could be due to a bacterial infection in the vagina or a sexually transmitted disease.
2. Vaginal discharge with a smell and a greenish-yellow color.
- Caused by sexually transmitted diseases
- Bacteria, common germs due to poor hygiene in the vaginal area
3. Vaginal discharge has a foul smell, similar to the smell of fish.
- If there is a foul odor, there may be a foreign object in the vagina, such as a condom or tampon. In this case, a doctor will need to remove this foreign object.
- Cervical tumors or inflammation due to uterine infection
- Bacterial vaginosis (BV) causes a foul, fishy odor and may be gray or white. The cause of infection can be poor hygiene, stress, and lack of sleep, etc.
- Vaginal worms (Trichomonas Vaginalis) can cause a fishy odor, and can occur during sexual intercourse. Symptoms include burning, itching, and vaginal discharge that is often light green and frothy.
4. Vaginal discharge with odor and vaginal itching
- Caused by bacterial infection
- Vaginitis
- Green-yellow color may be caused by sexually transmitted diseases.
- Having a lumpy vaginal discharge, with an odor, and itching in the vagina can be caused by a vaginal yeast infection.
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Basic methods for treating odorous vaginal discharge
If you are concerned about the smell of your vaginal discharge, you can initially relieve it as follows:
- Wash your vagina with warm water. Avoid using vaginal cleansers because they can change the pH of the vagina and increase the number of bad bacteria in the vagina.
- Do not douche your vagina, as this can lead to vaginal infections and allow bacteria to enter your uterus, fallopian tubes, or ovaries.
- Eat foods that contain probiotics (live beneficial bacteria that live in your gut), such as sour milk, yogurt, kimchi, natto, dark chocolate, kombucha (fermented tea), etc.
- If having sex, always wear a condom because contact with semen can irritate the vagina, causing odor. Do not douche after sex. You should urinate after sex.
- You should wear underwear made of cotton and pants that are not too tight.
How to treat vaginal discharge with odor
Treatment steps for odorous vaginal discharge at Intouch Medical Care are as follows:
- See a doctor to take a preliminary medical history. You can inform them of any adverse symptoms so that the doctor can decide whether you should undergo an internal examination or send your vaginal discharge for further testing.
- Go for an internal examination or further examination as advised by your doctor.
- If an examination finds an abnormality, such as infection, wounds, abnormal lumps, etc., the doctor will prescribe medication and treat the disease that the patient has been diagnosed with.
If you have odorous vaginal discharge, you should see a doctor for diagnosis because some abnormalities show similar symptoms. An examination by a specialist will allow you to receive more accurate and appropriate treatment for your disease.
“Especially vaginal discharge from sexually transmitted infections, which requires treatment of the sexual partner in conjunction with the treatment, in order to recover from the symptoms.”
Interesting articles
Reference documents
- Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wittaya Thithaphan, Fungus…the problem of itchy vaginal discharge in women. Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital.
- Dr. Chanwalee Srisukho, Women’s Health, delves into the diseases that women should know about.
Dr. Oruma Phianphon, General Practitioner
Last modified: 04/02/2024
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