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Will douching cause irregular periods? also, my vaginal discharge has a foul smell. will this cause irregular periods?

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Douching: should not affect your cycle. Any foul smelling vaginal discharge must be examined and tested for infection/STD.

Answered 7/27/2017

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A member asked:

Will douching cause irregular periods? also, my vaginal discharge has a foul smell. will this cause irregular periods?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Miller answered

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