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Cause For The Strong Smell In The Vagina?

Hi im 20 years old and my daugter was born a year ago and i ended up with bacterial vaginosis after birth.. Iv never smelled down there before apart from when i ha bacterial baginosis. Iv just finished my period an have a realy bad strong smell? What is it and will canesten pessary help? Goin on holiday my first holiday on friday with me partner and im very embarresed
Wed, 23 Mar 2016
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Hello,

Thanks for writing to us.

Bacterial vaginosis is caused by Gardnerella vaginitis, is a disease of the vagina caused by excessive growth of bacteria. Common symptoms include increased vaginal discharge that often smells like fish.

I suggest you to undergo vaginal swab test, wet mount or microscopic examination to rule out other pathological condition. Do one STD profile.

Treatment - Metronidazole and clindamycin orally or vaginal suppository for 5-7 days. Maintain genital hygiene properly.

Do protected sex with condom. Good luck and take care.
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Cause For The Strong Smell In The Vagina?

Hello, Thanks for writing to us. Bacterial vaginosis is caused by Gardnerella vaginitis, is a disease of the vagina caused by excessive growth of bacteria. Common symptoms include increased vaginal discharge that often smells like fish. I suggest you to undergo vaginal swab test, wet mount or microscopic examination to rule out other pathological condition. Do one STD profile. Treatment - Metronidazole and clindamycin orally or vaginal suppository for 5-7 days. Maintain genital hygiene properly. Do protected sex with condom. Good luck and take care.