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Why do I have a strong odor down there?
Bacterial vaginosis — an overgrowth of normally occurring vaginal bacteria — is the most common vaginal infection that causes a vaginal odor. Trichomoniasis — a sexually transmitted infection — also can lead to vaginal odor. Chlamydia and gonorrhea infections usually don’t cause vaginal odors.
Does cranberry juice help your VAG smell better?
Drink cranberry juice. The acidity and antioxidants in cranberries, as well as citrus fruits, can help reduce vaginal odor by discouraging bacterial growth.
How do I stop smelling down there?
Tips for preventing future odor
- Consider probiotics. Probiotics, which are good-for-you bacteria, can help maintain the pH balance of your vagina.
- Maintain a healthy diet.
- Stay hydrated.
- Avoid douches and scrubs.
- Wash your genital area before and after intercourse.
- Cut out tight clothes.
- Wear cotton panties.
Can I buy medication for BV over the counter?
A doctor may prescribe antibiotics to treat BV. If antibiotics are not effective, a doctor may recommend another treatment plan. Those with BV cannot purchase medication without a prescription.
Can Monistat cure BV?
Unfortunately, there are no over-the-counter products like Monistat that will do the trick. (Monistat is a treatment for yeast infections—it won’t do anything to stop the itching and clear up your condition if what you really have is BV.)
Can you buy metronidazole pills over the counter?
Metronidazole is a prescription medication in the United States. Because of this, metronidazole OTC (over-the-counter) is not available from pharmacies and one cannot just buy metronidazole online.
Does cranberry juice help with BV?
Anecdotal evidence suggests that cranberry juice may help remedy symptoms. Complete prevention of BV is not possible, however, there are a number of factors to be considered when attempting to reduce the risk of BV.
Why do I have a bad odor inside of my vagina?
Inflammation of the vaginal area can occur because of poor hygiene but is often a result of infection in or around the vagina. A common infection that can cause vaginal odor is overgrowth of the normal vaginal bacteria to cause bacterial vaginosis. The sexually transmitted disease trichinosis can cause vaginal odor.
What can cause woman’s vagina to have an odor?
Bacterial vaginosis – an overgrowth of normally occurring vaginal bacteria – is the most common vaginal infection that causes a vaginal odor. Trichomoniasis – a sexually transmitted infection – also can lead to vaginal odor. Chlamydia and gonorrhea infections usually don’t cause vaginal odors. Neither do yeast infections.
What causes bad vaginal odor Besides an infection?
Bacterial vaginosis,an infection caused by bacterial overgrowth
Does being overweight increase vaginal odor?
Wearing tight clothing or being overweight can exacerbate the problem by trapping sweat and bacteria on the skin or, in the case of excess weight, in skin folds. 4. Something you ate. What you eat may affect vaginal odor, just as it affects other parts of your body, such as your armpits, scalp, mouth, and feet.