Question 1

is it normal for blood to smell after a termination?

Accepted Answer

Depends...: Any time there is bleeding, it is possible that it can smell. Old blood can smell bad. However, if this smells worse than a period, one should call their doctor/clinic. There may be an infection. Especially if there is pain, fever, chills, nausea/vomiting, there may be an infection.

Question 2

why do i smell and taste blood?

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There is blood!: Likely you are bleeding, a minor nose bleed could explain along with other causes. Be seen if it doesn't resolve.

Question 3

does implantation blood smell weird?

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No: If there is implantation blood, there should be very little of it. There should not be an odor to it that is significant.

Question 4

should menstrual blood have a smell??

Accepted Answer

No: Blood is a good medium for bacteria to grow and the normal bacteria in and around the vagina is what causes the odor.Change pad and tampon(tampons may cause a serious bacteria infection)  often,every 2 hours for heavy flow. Wear cotton panties and unscented pads. Shower twice daily and trim the hair around the vagina

Question 5

does implantation blood have a smell?

Accepted Answer

Yes or no: There is no right or wrong smell; really there is nothing specifically that is "implantation blood.".

Question 6

why would menstrual blood smell sweet?

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Unknown. However, I: Would ask your doctor to evaluate you for diabetes or possible rare Amino Acid metabolism problems.

Question 7

why does menstrual blood smell so bad?

Accepted Answer

It shouldn't be..: There is always some/slight odor to the menstrual blood, but foul odor suggests a possibility of infection--vaginitis/vaginosis. A retained tampon is often the course of very foul odor even without menstrual flow. If you have pain as  well, then more severe infection such as endometritis/pelvic inflammatory disease etc..Consult doc. Good luck.

Question 8

why do i smell/taste blood it's weird..

Accepted Answer

ENT: You should have your nose and throat examined. Maybe a salivary gland issue or something irritated in the ear, nose or throat area.

Question 9

smell blood down there but not bleeding?

Accepted Answer

OK: Maybe you have a sensitive nose and it is residual blood from your previous period.

Question 10

when cut and bleeding my blood smells like metal?

Accepted Answer

Normal: Some people describe the smell (and taste) of blood as somewhat metallic. This is normal.

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