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What Causes Persistent And Strong Vaginal Odor Post Intercourse During Periods?

Hello! I have recently had sex with my partner during my period. I have never done this before. Everything went well, it even felt slightly better, but after that, my vaginal odor increased. It has been almost a week, my period has ended, but my vagina has a persistent, strong smell. Usually, after I showered, my vagina would feel clean and fresh and have a less noticeable smell or none. Now it starts smelling the minute I come out of the shower. I have also noticed more discharge and leakage. Did having sex during menstruation irritate or infect my vagina? What can I do to get rid of the smell? Thank you for your time and sorry for any mistakes in writing this. English is not my native language. Have a good day! Ilinca- Romania
Thu, 5 May 2016
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Hi,
Thanks for posting in HCM.
I have read your description and understand your concern.
What problem you are facing with persistent and strong vaginal odour post intercourse during periods could be related to mixed fungal and bacterial infections.
Kindly do the following to overcome the problem.
1. Wash the area with warm water and mild antiseptic solution like Savlon twice a day.
2. Following this, you can use vaginal pH regulating solution like 'v wash'.
3. Apply antifungal medication as single dose like Fluconazole in the form of vaginal cream or pessary.
4. Take a course of antibacterial medication Tablet. Metronidazole orally.
5. Wear clean and loose fitting undergarments till the symptoms subside.
6. Abstain from sexual activities till the symptoms subside completely.
Maintain good genital hygiene. Your symptoms should subside in about a week.
Hope the information provided would be helpful.
Wish you good health.
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What Causes Persistent And Strong Vaginal Odor Post Intercourse During Periods?

Hi, Thanks for posting in HCM. I have read your description and understand your concern. What problem you are facing with persistent and strong vaginal odour post intercourse during periods could be related to mixed fungal and bacterial infections. Kindly do the following to overcome the problem. 1. Wash the area with warm water and mild antiseptic solution like Savlon twice a day. 2. Following this, you can use vaginal pH regulating solution like v wash . 3. Apply antifungal medication as single dose like Fluconazole in the form of vaginal cream or pessary. 4. Take a course of antibacterial medication Tablet. Metronidazole orally. 5. Wear clean and loose fitting undergarments till the symptoms subside. 6. Abstain from sexual activities till the symptoms subside completely. Maintain good genital hygiene. Your symptoms should subside in about a week. Hope the information provided would be helpful. Wish you good health.