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Eliminate Vaginal Odor
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.
As you become familiar with the smell of your body when healthy, you will become aware if health risks are causing your Vaginal Odor. Discolored discharge and/or a strong fishy Vaginal Odor can be signs of Bacterial Vaginosis. Seeking medical attention can help determine what is causing your Vaginal Odor and advise you of any treatment needed to correct your health.
Normally, if you have any vaginal discharge at all it should be either clear or a milky white in color as long as you are not on your period. While menstruating, your discharge assists in keeping your vagina clean. Discharge may thicken and increase during sexually arousal, during ovulation or while breastfeeding, but you shouldn't have a fishy like smelling Vaginal Odor.
Most women have experienced Vaginal Odor at some point in their life while many have a reoccurring problem. Know that you are not alone, so please never let this affect 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.
It is best to use unscented soap daily for best hygiene. Always dry your vagina with a clean dry cotton towel. Don't take a bubble bath, or use scented soaps, while have Vaginal Odor. Scented tampons, toilet tissue or sanitary napkins should not be used.
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.
Women and men both are susceptible to being infected with the parasite Trichomoniasis. This infection may be contracted when you have sexual intercourse with a partner who is infected. There may be no symptoms but can include a rather strong Vaginal Odor, vaginal discharge, vaginal itching and/or vaginal irritation as well as light vaginal bleeding.
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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