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I'm 42 and i've been taking an otc water pill for about a month and a half now for my peripheral edima in my legs. i have now developed a foul vaginal smell which i have not had in 10 plus yrs. could i have developed this from taking these water pills and

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Dr. Maritza Baez answered

Dehydration: If you are dehydrated (which water pills can cause) it can change the balance of the normal vaginal flora and the ph causing an odor. See a doctor to get checked out.

Dr Modi agreed

Answered 7/5/2019

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A member asked:

I'm 42 and i've been taking an otc water pill for about a month and a half now for my peripheral edima in my legs. i have now developed a foul vaginal smell which i have not had in 10 plus yrs. could i have developed this from taking these water pills and

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Maritza Baez answered

Dr Modi agreed

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