Question 1

why does my vagina smell like fish after having sex?

Accepted Answer

: Not my specialty, but have learned from my colleagues here on HealthTap, that it is due to bacterial vaginosis, and can easily be treated.   See your Gynecologist and get this addressed.

Question 2

why would my husband say my vagina smells like condom after sex and we do not use condoms? but i myself can not smell it and have not but he is convinced it does!

Accepted Answer

Chemical odor,: with intercourse, vaginal and seminal fluids, can have a slight chemical odor.  Seminal fluids, particularly can have this effect. All is considered normal as long as no signs of infection are see.

Question 3

my girlfriend's vagina smells like egg after sex?

Accepted Answer

Bacterial vaginosis: Bacterial vaginosis is the most common vaginal infection. It is an overgrowth of normal vaginal bacteria, not a sexually transmitted infection. When it mixes with blood or semen the ph gets elevated releasing the fishy odor. It is easily fixed with antibiotics. She wil need to be tested for other infections but this is the most likely.

Question 4

sex with condom couple days later my vagina smells like fish, should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

Possibly.: If you have a change in color, texture, odor or amount of vaginal discharge ; problems such as pain, itching burning with urination or sex or redness/swelling  then it is best to see your gynecologist for evaluation ; accurate assessment.

Question 5

i had unprotected sex 2 days ago and today my vagina smells like strong fish. what do i do?

Accepted Answer

Bacterial vaginosis: Most likely you have bv, an overgrowth of vaginal bacteria that requires very specific
prescription medication. Often, semen also can have a very distinct odor. Have him wear a condom to see if it helps. Also, see your healthcare provider if it doesn't resolve.

Question 6

my vagina smells just like my boyfriend and i do after sex not a bad smell and no discharge....but its been almost2weeks since we had sex am i pregnan?

Accepted Answer

If you are worried: you can take a home  pregnancy test to know.

Question 7

why does your vagina smell after sex?

Accepted Answer

Varies: Sometimes the semen can mix with vaginal secretions and the combination creates an odor.  Occasionally some mild infections can also cause an odor.

Question 8

can there be something in sperm that makes my vagina smell different after sex?

Accepted Answer

Vaginal pH: The vagina is very acidic, which is a nice environment for many healthy bacteria in the vagina.  Seminal fluid is very basic, since it must alkalinize the vagina in order for sperm to survive.  Some normal, and abnormal, vaginal bacteria will release an odor when the vaginal ph starts to alkalinize.

Question 9

noticed husband's semen smelled strong/almost fishy. now 12 hours after sex, i'm getting that smell from my vagina. is it a normal smell for men?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Fishing smell is normal small of semen. However, if you find the smell just became stronger than usual, you hand your husband should to check if there is infection factor. Some infection might change the discharge material smell.

Question 10

why does my vagina have a strong fish odor and itch after sex? i have only had one sex partner. these symptoms began right after sex and is staying since two days now. my discharge is also a little bit clumpy?

Accepted Answer

: Your symptoms suggest bacterial vaginosis among others, talk to your doc about possible treatment and ways to combat it after having it diagnosed properly.

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Why does my vagina smell like fish after sex

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Why does my vagina smell like fish after having sex?

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Why would my husband say my vagina smells like condom after sex and we do not use condoms? but i myself can not smell it and have not but he is convinced it does!

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My girlfriend's vagina smells like egg after sex?

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Sex with condom couple days later my vagina smells like fish, should i be concerned?

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I had unprotected sex 2 days ago and today my vagina smells like strong fish. what do i do?

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My vagina smells just like my boyfriend and i do after sex not a bad smell and no discharge....but its been almost2weeks since we had sex am i pregnan?

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Why does your vagina smell after sex?

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Can there be something in sperm that makes my vagina smell different after sex?

A member asked:

Noticed husband's semen smelled strong/almost fishy. now 12 hours after sex, i'm getting that smell from my vagina. is it a normal smell for men?

A member asked:

Why does my vagina have a strong fish odor and itch after sex? i have only had one sex partner. these symptoms began right after sex and is staying since two days now. my discharge is also a little bit clumpy?

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