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I was diagnoised bv while pregnant over 2 years ago and mow contiue to have a fishy smell and discharge... will a probiotic help?

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Dr. Mohammad Ashori answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Probiotics, diet: Probiotics and the change in your diet are usually very effective to change the odor of vaginal discharge. Trying to avoid foods which are pungent is quite helpful.

Answered 12/9/2016

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