Question 1

im having a vaginal discharge that smells like ammonia what can this be?

Accepted Answer

Bacterial vaginosis: Bacterial vaginosis will sometimes have this type of odor. A healthcare professional will need to prescribe medication to treat this.

Question 2

my vaginal discharge smells literally like ammonia. what could this be?  is it deadly? should i get myself checked asap??

Accepted Answer

Possible infection: The odor may be from a common but not deadly infection. A health care provider can make a diagnosis with examination and appropriate tests.

Question 3

i've  got  thin vaginal discharge that smells.like ammonia at times. no other symptoms. excellent hygiene . i had cervical polyps in the past.

Accepted Answer

Vaginal infection: You may have what we call bacterial vaginosis, this is an overgrowth of bacteria's in the vagina that classically produce amines, thus creating this odor that you are experiencing. You need to be evaluated and treated by you gyn.

Question 4

i have recently started a light greenish blue vaginal discharge. there also seems to be a light ammonia smell. what could this be?

Accepted Answer

Possible trichomonas: Trichomonas vaginalis often has a greenish hue to the discharge, so it is possible that could be the cause.  There is a simple test that can be done at the GYN'soffice to test for this, called a wet prep. This can determine if the discharge is from trich or some other bacteria. It is better to have the proper diagnosis rather than guessing what the problem could be and taking unnecessary meds.

Question 5

why does my vaginal discharge smell like miknee or ammonia?

Accepted Answer

Infection: This may be a sign of a bacterial infection referred to as BV (bacterial vaginosis).  This is easily treated but needs to be confirmed with an exam.

Question 6

can taking turmeric capsules cause vaginal discharge to smell differently? 
can it cause it to smell pungent or ammonia like?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: however thrse odors can be related to low grade infection. See your GYN and stop the tumeric.

Question 7

what could cause watery vaginal discharge with an odor similar to ammonia?

Accepted Answer

Bacterial vaginosis: The odor of BV is often described as "fishy".  It is a common bacterial infection that is not serious but can be very irritating.  See your doctor for an accurate diagnosis and treatment.

Question 8

my 7 and a half year old has vaginal discharge. is this normal? it is yellowish, smells. she baths a and dries well every night.

Accepted Answer

Vag D/C: this is not specifically normal, and certainly a 7yo can get some infections in the vaginal area.  Irritation from bathing, and then bacteria in the area can begin such a process as one example.  See the Dr. and have her checked out. Best wishes.

Question 9

i have a vaginal discharge that is dry and clumpy ish. some itching. no foul oder. if anything it smells faintly of mothballs. what could it be?

Accepted Answer

Yeast infection?: One of the most common causes of an itchy, clumpy vaginal discharge is a yeast infection.   This can be treated with non-prescription anti-yeast creams such as Monostat. Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) such as Trichomoniasis, Gonorrhea or Chlamydia can also give you a bad discharge.  If the non-prescription meds don't work, you need to see a doc and get an exam.  Best wishes!

Question 10

i have been noticing for about 2wks now an odor in my vaginal area. smells like a fishy odor smell. at one point i did notice vaginal discharge. bv ?

Accepted Answer

Probably BV: Yes, probably bacterial vaginosis. In fact, I could quote your question to teach med students and residents:  the most common symptom of BV is strong odor, often described correctly as fishy. The second most common is vaginal discharge, usually small in amount. See a doctor to confirm the diagnosis, to test for STDs (more common in women with BV, and get treated. Good luck!

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Im having a vaginal discharge that smells like ammonia what can this be?

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My vaginal discharge smells literally like ammonia. what could this be? is it deadly? should i get myself checked asap??

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I've got thin vaginal discharge that smells.like ammonia at times. no other symptoms. excellent hygiene . i had cervical polyps in the past.

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I have recently started a light greenish blue vaginal discharge. there also seems to be a light ammonia smell. what could this be?

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Why does my vaginal discharge smell like miknee or ammonia?

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Can taking turmeric capsules cause vaginal discharge to smell differently? can it cause it to smell pungent or ammonia like?

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What could cause watery vaginal discharge with an odor similar to ammonia?

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My 7 and a half year old has vaginal discharge. is this normal? it is yellowish, smells. she baths a and dries well every night.

A member asked:

I have a vaginal discharge that is dry and clumpy ish. some itching. no foul oder. if anything it smells faintly of mothballs. what could it be?

A member asked:

I have been noticing for about 2wks now an odor in my vaginal area. smells like a fishy odor smell. at one point i did notice vaginal discharge. bv ?

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