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What does it mean to have a fishy like smell while urinating? is that normal and cloudy? even after i take a shower or douche it still is like that

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Dr. Thomas Rohde answered

Specializes in Anti-Aging Medicine

Abnormal bacteria: A fishy smell is often produced with abnormal vaginal bacteria. When the ph changes, then the amines are released leading to the odor. Start a high dose oral multi strain probiotic like florajen 3 daily as a first step. If this doesn't lead to improvement you may need to see doc and have some short term antibiotics.

Answered 4/5/2017

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Vaginal infection: You may have a vaginal infection called BV or std calltrichomoniasis. Both require a visit to a provider to evaluate and treat. Douching is never recommended, as it alters the healthy balance in the vagina and can actually make you more vulnerable to vaginal infections.

Answered 1/12/2015

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Depends: You may have a vaginal or urinary tract infection. You should see your md for evaluation and treatment of possible bacterial vaginosis or uti.

Answered 12/9/2013

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