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I have this vaginal discharge that has a yellowish to dark green color, and has a garbage smell to it. i'm so embarrassed?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Sounds like BV: There are several causes of bad smelling vaginal discharge and testing is needed to determine the cause and treatment. The most likely is bacterial vaginosis. Bacterial vaginosis is an overgrowth of normal vaginal bacteria. It causes a watery discharge with a fishy odor. It is not sexually transmitted and your partner does not require treatment. It is treated with antibiotics.

Answered 9/28/2016

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