Question 1

does lochia smell bad?

Accepted Answer

Not normally: Lochia is postpartum vaginal discharge comprised of mucus, blood, and placental tissue. It is supposed to smell like your normal menstrual flow. If it is malodorous, this may indicate infection.

Question 2

does lochia smells? 
3 weeks after delivery and having a weird smell on my pad.

Accepted Answer

Possible infection: Contact your OB MD to make sure that you do not have an infection of the lining of the womb (Endometritis). which can produce a foul smell when present.

Question 3

how long after possible implantation bleeding should a hpt show up positive, it's the first bleeding post partum so i have no cycle to go on. and why would the spotting stop for 12 hours then start back up only to be pink and smell like lochia?

Accepted Answer

1 week late: Home pregnancy tests become positive at about the time when you're one week late.

Question 4

chlamydoa cause fishy smell?

Accepted Answer

Vaginosis: A fishy vaginal odor is most often attributed to bacterial vaginosis.  This is a condition treated with Rx medications, which can also be present with sexually transmitted infections such as Chlamydia.  Your gynecologist can help you sort this out.  Best wishes.

Question 5

is fishy smell during ovulation normal?

Accepted Answer

Maybe, but: "fishy" is often not quite normal. Since there is no exact definition of "fishy" i suggest you get examined by a doctor if it bothers you, or if it continues.

Question 6

what would cause a mans semen to smell fishy ?

Accepted Answer

Semen oder: Semen can have a different smell due to a man's diet. Supposedly consuming more fresh fruits that are sweet will improve that. Semen oder can potentially also be indicative of a potential infection.

Question 7

i'm having a fishy smell and discharge everyday?

Accepted Answer

: From where? If vaginal it can be bacterial vaginosis. See your doctor

Question 8

do herpes have a foul fishy smell during outbreaks?

Accepted Answer

Not typically: Herpes do not typically have an odor.    A foul, fishy smell is pretty common with a bacterial vaginal infection.

Question 9

how do you stop the fishy smells when you are bleeding?

Accepted Answer

: A tub bath with soap and warm water can be very helpful in reducing body odors, as well as reducing infection in the area.

Question 10

fishy odor smell and stain on panties what can it be is it normal?

Accepted Answer

Vaginitis: A fishy odored discharge has been associated with trichomonas infection. Other potential cause are yeast or gardenella infection. It is a good idea to have this evaluated by a gynecologist who can diagnose by looking under a microscope or doing a simple test.

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