Each woman's vagina will have a smell which is unique to them, however it would not be considered Vaginal Odor. Becoming aware of the unique scent of your vagina at a time your vagina is healthy, is important so you will know if a problem occurs. Your scent can also change depending on what point of menstrual cycle you may be in but Vaginal Odor may also be caused by Bacterial Vaginosis (BV), yeast infections, or other more serious conditions.
By becoming familiar with the individual smell of your healthy vagina, you will know if health conditions are the cause of your fishy Vaginal Odor. Off colored discharge or a fishy Vaginal Odor could be a sign of Bacterial Vaginosis. Seek medical care to help determine the cause of your Vaginal Odor.
Normal vaginal discharge is usually milky white or clear in color. While on your period, menstruation helps in keeping a clean vagina. Increase and thickening of discharge during sexual arousal, breastfeeding and during ovulation may occur, but you should not have any fishy Vaginal Odor.
Thousands of women are affected with Vaginal Odor at least once in their life and many have it on a reoccurring basis. You're not alone and should not let this lessen your self esteem.
Women should avoid vaginal douching and scented sprays at all times, even if you have Vaginal Odor. The use of douches and sprays can cause a disruption in the balance of the vagina's pH.
Showering daily is very important for the best personal hygiene and always use unscented soaps. Try to avoid bubble baths and perfumed soaps if you are diagnosed with Bacterial Vaginosis or a yeast infection or experiencing Vaginal Odor. Drying off with a clean soft cotton towel and wearing cotton crotch panties are very beneficial.
Bacteria grow in warm, moist, and confined areas so you should avoid clothing that does not allow air circulation such as nylon panty hose. Also you should not wear wet clothing such as a bathing suit that is wet for extended periods of time. Cotton panties are the best option for extended wear.
Trichomoniasis, a parasite normally contracted during sexual intercourse with an infected individual, may be without symptoms but may include vaginal discharge and a strong odor, vaginal itching and irritation and even light vaginal bleeding. Women and men are both susceptible to this infection.
Larger amounts of bacteria in your vagina can produce a yellowish/grey color, fishy Vaginal Odor, pain during sexual intercourse, redness and itching. These are all symptoms of Bacterial Vaginosis, also known as (BV). Often times, no symptoms will be present at all.
Although BV, or Bacterial Vaginosis, isn't technically a vaginal sexually transmitted disease it does exist in higher rates in those women that are sexually active. Your doctor will normally prescribe a topical or oral medication although you may wish to pursue a natural method. It is usually not necessary for the male partner to be treated for BV.
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