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Horrible smell while on period what is it ? have i got an sti

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

You should not: Have malodorous menstrual blood or discharge. Medical evaluation is warranted to see if your sti is still present.

Answered 1/15/2014

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