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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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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.

Answered 5/18/2014

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