No woman is exempt from suffering from vaginal odour, it is a natural mechanism of the body that occurs in all female species, the vagina has a natural distinctive smell that through time you have become accustomed too, however the vaginal odour we speak of may not be the healthy smell that is expected from around this region.
How does a woman know if the smell from the vagina is a natural odour or an unnatural one? Every woman knows her own body intimately and will detect straight away the presence of an unusual smell.
Natural vaginal odour can be prevented from becoming stronger, but if the smell is of the unusual type as in (stink) then you may need to see a doctor for fear the problem may need medication.
Personal hygiene is most profound for any woman, if the vagina is not cleansed regularly then expect the vagina to emit more of its natural releases therefore causing the actual vaginal odour to become pungent which can be unpleasant or embarrassing
To help prevent this from happening cleaning the vagina should include the inside as well as the out. Did you know the vagina itself is an odourless organ and does not generate smell, however without washing, bacteria and parasites can enter the vagina, thus causing vaginal odour.
Prevention of bacterial build up can prove to be difficult, but there are ways to stem parasite intrusion i.e. entering the vagina. A common question asked by women is "Why does my vagina smell" or "I wash regular and I still can smell a horrible stink" This is perfectly normal, but of course it all depends on what type of vaginal odour is present and causing the pong
Bacteria, parasites, and yeasts inside the vagina generate odours through waste or by product therefore causing a distinctive vaginal smell. Women who suffer from this condition explain the smell from this orifice as a repulsive fishy smell.
Bacterial vaginosis can be the cause of the 'fishy' odour from the vagina. It is an infection and may need treatment. The vagina does not smell even during menstruation, however if at the time of a monthly cycle it can do if not thoroughly cleaned. Vaginal odour may well be caused by an infection and especially if the smell is of the disgusting type. The vagina is a part of the body which is very sensitive - so therefore be extra careful if you tend on using over the counter medication to treat the problem. Speak to your doctor or pharmacist first.
The vagina is an organ of the body that is self cleaning. Cleaning the vulva needs nothing more than water. Remember that when using products containing certain chemicals which are unsuitable can do more harm than good. Chemical inclusion in some products which come in contact with the vulva can strip the vulva of its natural oils leaving it dry and often irritated and prone to infection such as yeast infections. Always follow instructions on any product packaging and follow accordingly. Chemicals can be potentially dangerous especially if they find their way into the urethra causing urinary tract infections. Chemical based products in the vagina can disrupt the natural PH of the vagina, which causes an overgrowth of anaerobic bacteria, genital mycoplasmas, and gardnerella vaginalis, with reduced or absent lactobacilli. Another symptom of infection which causes vaginal odours is a change in colour of discharge, the amount you lose and thickness.
Any unusual goings on in or around the vaginal area where you feel discomfort using the toilet i.e. a pain when urinating should always be checked out by your doctor. Do not be embarrassed to talk to your GP about your vaginal odour. What could be more embarrassing than telling your doctor or have your friend turn up their nose when you sit down.
» left by Anonymous (2 years 67 days ago.)
i would like to ask if vagina can be treated odourless Respond to this comment
» left by Kacy Carr (2 years 67 days ago.)
Hi I am not quite sure what you mean but if you are referring to unscented products, then yes. Do not be embarrassed and pop along to the chemist for advice or better still talk to your doctor if you are having problems. Respond to this comment
Hi Charnele I am not in a postion to answer this. Throughout my own experience I have always followed the rules - and that was never to douche unless speaking with my doctor first. Still to this day I have never douched as there was no need as pointed out by my GP. I think it would be best that you do the same and speak with doctor too.
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