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vaginal odour
hi guys,
i am 21 yrs old and am sexually act active.i have noticed a strong fishy kind of odour from the past eight months and embarrased to talk to anyone about it.for a long time i tried pantyliners but it didnt seem to help.i am even embarassed to see a gyn and its stronger during intercourse.i noticed this smell after 2 months of our relationship.i havent noticed any itchyness or other things but my discharge is heavy and its stinks.if it was std my bf would be having some symptoms as well but he is fine.we stopped having sex last 2 months and i think it is bcoz of this.
plis tell me wat to do..
i am 21 yrs old and am sexually act active.i have noticed a strong fishy kind of odour from the past eight months and embarrased to talk to anyone about it.for a long time i tried pantyliners but it didnt seem to help.i am even embarassed to see a gyn and its stronger during intercourse.i noticed this smell after 2 months of our relationship.i havent noticed any itchyness or other things but my discharge is heavy and its stinks.if it was std my bf would be having some symptoms as well but he is fine.we stopped having sex last 2 months and i think it is bcoz of this.
plis tell me wat to do..
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Hi, what you describe sounds exactly like bacterial vaginosis. A doctor will swab you and then treat you for it. Not a big deal and very common. But it takes a prescription medication to treat it. Doctors are completely used to these types of things. That is what a gynocologist does ALL day. Nothing would surprise them, gross them out, or be anything other their normal day's work. Nothing to be embarressed. If you are sexually active, being mature enough to handle your own health needs is important.
Bacterial vaginsosi is not classified as an STD, however, it can be passed back and forth between partners. Your partner may end up taking flagyl (the typical drug used) as well. Important for this to be treated! And again, very common.
Do NOT douche, whatever you do. That compounds the problem. Lots of luck and see a doctor. Just take a deep breath and make the call for an appt. Once you do that, it is easier. Making the call sometimes is the hardest part. good luck
Bacterial vaginsosi is not classified as an STD, however, it can be passed back and forth between partners. Your partner may end up taking flagyl (the typical drug used) as well. Important for this to be treated! And again, very common.
Do NOT douche, whatever you do. That compounds the problem. Lots of luck and see a doctor. Just take a deep breath and make the call for an appt. Once you do that, it is easier. Making the call sometimes is the hardest part. good luck
Hi bimbim27,
Just finshed reading your comments. I would recommend making an appointment with your family doctor. Tell your doctor what's been going on
for you, specifically the issue you're having, your concerns. See what your doctor says. I wouldn't be embarrassed. These things happen. The only
way your doctor can help you best is if you're totally truthful with them.
Good luck in finding some answers. Evewisewoman (Eve)
Just finshed reading your comments. I would recommend making an appointment with your family doctor. Tell your doctor what's been going on
for you, specifically the issue you're having, your concerns. See what your doctor says. I wouldn't be embarrassed. These things happen. The only
way your doctor can help you best is if you're totally truthful with them.
Good luck in finding some answers. Evewisewoman (Eve)
It could be an infection of some sort. If it's strong enough to detour you both from sex, you should really get to a gynecologist. You may need antibiotics or something to treat whatever it is.
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