Question 1

how can i cure vaginal odor?

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Probiotics: Generally, when the pH of the vagina is off, bacteria and yeast can grow instead of the body's normal flora.  This can create smells and abnormal discharge.  Read more at:
http://www.Drfinke.Com/2011/08/11/bacteria-and-your-body-its-a-good-thing/.

Question 2

what can cause vaginal odor?

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Possibilities: Bacterial vaginosis can cause a “fishy” smell. Other possibilities include std’s like gonorrhea, trichomoniasis & chlamydia or pelvic inflammatory disease. If there is a retained tampon or a lack of proper vaginal hygiene those are potential causes. Yeast is usually odorless but is still a possibility. If a woman has a fistula or cancer that can also lead to odor. See your doctor if uncertain.

Question 3

what causes the vaginal odor?

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Usually an infection: The most common cause of vaginal odor, other than during one's menstrual period, is an infection. See your doctor who can likely identify the cause and treat you properly.

Question 4

how can i manage vaginal odor?

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Vaginal  Odors ?: This is most likely due to infection , u need to see u obgyn  for evaluation and treatment.

Question 5

how to help mask vaginal odor?

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Should not be masked: It should be evaluated and treated. You should see a board certified obgyn for diagnosis , treatment and prevention.

Question 6

is slight vaginal odor normal?

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It should have a...: It should have a healthy aroma, without any unpleasant odors, after a bath.  "Odor" means different things to different people.  "Vaginal" usually means only one thing.  "Slight" means different amounts depending on who you talk to. Thus, a slight odor is likely normal if it is a healthy odor... which means there also exists such a thing as a slight unhealthy odor.

Question 7

what is causing my vaginal odor?

Accepted Answer

See your Doctor: This may be an infection.

Question 8

what can i do about my vaginal odor?

Accepted Answer

You need to have an: infection ruled out. Please see your gynecologist for eval. Take care.

Question 9

what does a sweet vaginal odor mean?

Accepted Answer

Sounds like BV: There are several causes of vaginal odor. You will need to see your doctor for testing. The most likely  is bacterial  vaginosis. Bacterial vaginosis is an overgrowth of normal vaginal bacteria. The only real way to fix it is with antibiotics.

Question 10

why do i have a strong vaginal odor?

Accepted Answer

Bacterial vaginosis?: The main cause of strong vaginal odor -- often with white/gray discharge -- is bacterial vaginosis, an overgrowth of mostly normal bacteria. It occurs primarily in sexually active women. Trichomonas, an STD, causes the same odor. Also, BV is often triggered by STDs like gonorrhea or chlamydia. You need to get checked out promptly, including STD tesing, assuming you're sexually active. Good luck.

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