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Why do i keep getting a strong fishy odor deep in the vagina? what could it be?

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Dr. Francisco R. Rodriguez answered

Specializes in Urology

Fishy odor: That is usually caused by bacterial vaginosis. See your gyn.

Answered 8/21/2013

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Dr. Brian Nguyen answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

BV: Sometimes disturbances to the natural bacteria in your vagina (douching, irregular bleeding, unprotected sex, etc) can allow abnl bacteria like Gardnerella to overgrow and cause a fishy odor. It's not sexually transmitted, but can be treated w/ Metronidazole(Flagyl)/Clindamycin/Boric Acid. See your GYN for a prescription and be examined for other potential causes. Nothing urgent/dangerous though.

Answered 5/26/2015

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