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A 18-year-old female asked:

Every time i have unprotected sex with my partner my vagina starts smelling fishy for two weeks then slowly goes way. why?

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Dr. Erin Best
Obstetrics and Gynecology 24 years experience
PH Imbalance : Likely cause is bacterial vaginosis due to pH imbalance. See your provider for testing and treatment. Using a condom can prevent the semen from worsening the pH change.
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Last updated Feb 8, 2017

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