Your menstrual cycle may cause different odors. A stronger or fishy odor may be caused by an infection or from a forgotten tampon. Let your doctor know if you are concerned. Vaginal sweating due to exercise, heat, or other reasons is normal and can occasionally have an odor. If you notice a foul odor when you sweat, let your doctor know. If you are experiencing symptoms of vaginitis or are concerned about your vaginal odor, see your OB-GYN.
They also may take a sample of the discharge for lab testing. They can also perform a pH test. This tests the vaginal discharge for an elevated pH. An elevated pH may mean you have a bacterial infection. But your doctor will need to assess your other symptoms, plus review your medical and sexual history to confirm the diagnosis. Your doctor may perform a pelvic exam and send samples to a lab, if needed. If you test positive for a bacterial infection, your doctor will give you a prescription for antibiotics.
A commonly prescribed antibiotic for vaginitis is metronidazole Flagyl tablets or a cream or gel such as clindamycin Cleocin that you apply to your vagina. You can use an over-the-counter OTC antifungal cream to treat a yeast infection. Options include miconazole Monistat 1 or tioconazole Vagistat Your doctor may also prescribe you an antifungal medication.
A UTI is usually treated with antibiotics and home remedies. Antibiotics are not the only treatment option, and your doctor may prescribe other medications. They can irritate your bladder as you recover. There are several things you can try at home that might help resolve that annoying smell.
Avoid using any douching product or anything with dyes or a strong fragrance. Instead, when you shower or take a bath, use just a gentle soap and water to clean the area.
Avoid harsh soaps, putting anything in your vagina, or using any products with a scent. When you are done, gently pat dry. Some foods may cause a fishy or other vaginal odor.
They include asparagus, broccoli, certain spices like garlic, onions, and some types of fish. If you are concerned, you can avoid these foods. A probiotic may be helpful for restoring bacterial balance in your gut and vagina. Excessive sweating may be the cause of your fishy odor.
If you are concerned about sweating, talk to your doctor. Make sure you are cleaning your vulva well after working out using a gentle soap and water, and patting dry after. Join Today. Sign Up. I Support Learn More. Latest Stories. By Laine Doss Nov 11, Happy 50th to Eddie's! By Nicole Danna Nov 11, More ». Sign Up Now No Thanks. Become a member and go ad-free! Support Our Journalism. Privacy Policy. This Week's Issue. Do Not Sell My Info. All rights reserved. When fish die and are exposed to oxidative processes of air, the TMAO begins to break apart and becomes stronger and more pungent.
The researcher in Germany, Mohamed Mahmoud at FAU, identified ten other compounds that produced distinct smells in the fish he sampled. Geosmin is a compound that gives the fish a musty smell. Image Credit: User Billbeee via Wikimedia. And to even further complicate matters, farmed fish smell differently from wild fish.
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