Question 1

can dehydration cause vagina fishy smell?

Accepted Answer

Usually not: Vaginal fishy smell is usually caused by vaginal infection (bacterial vaginosis) and may require treatment.

Question 2

what are causes of itchy vagina with fishy smell and white paste discharge?

Accepted Answer

Cervicovaginitis: As you describe it, it sounds as a cervicovaginitis. It's an infection caused by a bacteria or a fungus, you would have to attend a physician, as physical exploration is important to determine the etiology and treatment.

Question 3

only after eating fish/seafood i always have a fishy smell from vagina the next day. lasts a day or so then it goes away. is this normal? causes?

Accepted Answer

Not related: Vaginal discharge requires an examination to determine the cause and treatment. Bacterial vaginosis is the most common cause and often has a vaginal odor. Vaginal itching can be a sign of a yeast infection. Sometimes vaginal discharge can be a sign of a sexual transmitted infection. Testing is important to determine the treatment and keep you and your partner safe.

Question 4

i need advice on how to get rid of bacterial infections caused by public toilet and am experiencing fishy smell from my vagina?

Accepted Answer

See a doctor: You have to see a doctor to get an exam and a proper recommendation for treatment. There is no way around it.

Question 5

can bacteria vaginitis and yeast cause anus to smell bad have a fishy discharge & itchy vulua for months now i wipe &put soap when shower and later on my anus still smell also vagina smell so bad it leaves my panties with brown stain moist what is it?

Accepted Answer

Need to be treated.: You have an infection called Bacterial Vaginosis. This gives a discharge like rotten eggs. It probably has spread to the ano-rectal area. You need to see a family doctor or Ob/Gyn to check and test in. This infection can easily be treated with antibiotic.

Question 6

my girlfriends vagina smells unbearable, from distance as well she doesnt seem to notice it but it smells like its rotting whats the reason behind this? ive tried telling her about it but the smell continues?

Accepted Answer

: She may have bacterial vaginosis, an overgrowth of mostly normal bacteria. The main symptom is odor, often "fishy" (resulting from the same chemicals produced when fish decay), especially after sex. It can be treated. Have a sensitive and caring discussion with her, including advice to see her gynecologist. (The advice might include no vaginal sex or strictly condom use for a while.) Good luck.

Question 7

i am worried about my vagina fishy odor smells very strong?

Accepted Answer

Please see your gyn: A culture can be done , you most likely have BV and or other and it needs to be treated with either vaginal antibiotic cream or oral antibiotics.

Question 8

help docs? i'm having vagina fishy odor smells very strong?

Accepted Answer

Poss vag infection.: The only way to know is to by an examination ; testing. Certain vaginal infections can produce a 'fishy' odor, as can less common, but, more serious conditions. See your physician soon to obtain an appropriate answer ; necessary treatment.

Question 9

vagina smells like ammonia. no other symptoms . what could be the cause?

Accepted Answer

Vaginal odor: There are several causes of bad smelling vaginal discharge and testing is needed to determine the cause and treatment. The most likely is bacterial vaginosis. Bacterial vaginosis is an overgrowth of normal vaginal bacteria. It causes a watery discharge with a fishy odor. It is not sexually transmitted and your partner does not require treatment. It is treated with antibiotics.

Question 10

can hpv cause a bad smelling odor in the vagina? if not what else could be contributing to bad smells?

Accepted Answer

Not HPV: HPV doesn't cause odor or discharge, except rarely in very advanced cases of cervical cancer. By far the main cause of strong vaginal odor -- often fishy, often strongest after sex -- is bacterial vaginosis, an overgrowth of mostly normal vaginal bacteria. BV is often triggered by sex. Trichomonas, an STD, causes the same odor; and other STDs are common in women with BV. Contact your doctor soon.

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Only after eating fish/seafood i always have a fishy smell from vagina the next day. lasts a day or so then it goes away. is this normal? causes?

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I need advice on how to get rid of bacterial infections caused by public toilet and am experiencing fishy smell from my vagina?

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Can bacteria vaginitis and yeast cause anus to smell bad have a fishy discharge & itchy vulua for months now i wipe &put soap when shower and later on my anus still smell also vagina smell so bad it leaves my panties with brown stain moist what is it?

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My girlfriends vagina smells unbearable, from distance as well she doesnt seem to notice it but it smells like its rotting whats the reason behind this? ive tried telling her about it but the smell continues?

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I am worried about my vagina fishy odor smells very strong?

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Help docs? i'm having vagina fishy odor smells very strong?

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Vagina smells like ammonia. no other symptoms . what could be the cause?

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Can hpv cause a bad smelling odor in the vagina? if not what else could be contributing to bad smells?

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