Why does it smell so much down there?!
Question: Why does it smell so much down there.?
i got my period 1 or 2 years and sometimes my undies turn a yellowy colour and it stinks how can i stop this.?
btw i shower everyday and wash between my legs with soapHealth Question & Answer
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Answers:
Your vagina is supposed to smell like a vagina, which is a musky but clean smell, not unpleasant and that smell can change slightly throughout your menstrual cycle as hormones affect the environment within the vagina. No one else can smell your vagina other than you and any sexual partners you allow close enough, who would appreciate the smell and find it sexually arousing.
You notice how your vagina smells because it is literally under your nose, and smelling your vagina is good for your health just the same as tasting your own vagina. Knowing your vagina's scent and taste is an important part of caring for your sexual health as once you know what is normal for your vagina you can then tell if something is wrong when the smell or taste changes. Note here that your vagina is self-cleaning and actually cleaner than your mouth so there is nothing 'dirty' about tasting your own vagina, and as it is yours then there is also certainly nothing perverted about it either.
The only time your vagina would smell bad is if you had a vaginal infection, for example with bacterial infections it is common for a vagina to smell foul, fish-like or with a slight scent of ammonia due to the additional harmful bacteria present in your vagina. You may also notice if you go unwashed for a while or you are sweaty then smell can be affected, but as long as it goes back to normal after washing then everything is fine. Menstruation can have an affect too, but again you should never smell bad, particularly if you stay clean and change your sanitary products regularly.
If your vagina does smell bad then you need to see a doctor for testing and treatment, this may even be a good idea if you're worried about smell as testing will show you that how you smell is normal and healthy.
To stay healthy and smelling good wash daily, remember only ever wash with water, using your hand to wash between lips and around the clitoral head. Never use soaps, washes, sprays or wipes as these interfere with vaginal pH that can cause infections leading to odor. This is also true of so-called 'feminine' products that play on women's insecurities about vaginal scent and attempt to suggest vagina's should smell like flower, just like anything else chemical these products aren't good for vaginal health. Keep yourself dry, wearing plain cotton underwear and avoiding synthetic or tight-fitting clothing can help keep your groin cool and dry which prevents bacterial and yeast growth to keep your vagina healthy. Avoid commercial pads as these can make your groin warm and moist, they also contain chemicals that interfere with vaginal pH, instead try organic or cloth pads, tampons should also be avoided at all costs as they are harmful to vaginal health, instead try softcups or menstrual cups.
Your problem is probably due to washing with soap - you should never wash with soap or anything chemical, your vagina is self-cleaning so all you need to use is water. So from now on wash with just water and see your doctor for tests and treatment as it sounds as though you have a bacterial infeciton.
I would also recomend you look at this article from Scarleteen on discharge, discharge is a fluid that comes from your vagina, you get it every day but it does change throughout your menstrual cycle. Discharge is good, it is what helps your vagina stay clean and healthy by flushing out bacteria and keeping vaginal walls moist. But again, this should never smell bad. http://www.scarleteen.com/article/body/h...Health Question & Answer
You notice how your vagina smells because it is literally under your nose, and smelling your vagina is good for your health just the same as tasting your own vagina. Knowing your vagina's scent and taste is an important part of caring for your sexual health as once you know what is normal for your vagina you can then tell if something is wrong when the smell or taste changes. Note here that your vagina is self-cleaning and actually cleaner than your mouth so there is nothing 'dirty' about tasting your own vagina, and as it is yours then there is also certainly nothing perverted about it either.
The only time your vagina would smell bad is if you had a vaginal infection, for example with bacterial infections it is common for a vagina to smell foul, fish-like or with a slight scent of ammonia due to the additional harmful bacteria present in your vagina. You may also notice if you go unwashed for a while or you are sweaty then smell can be affected, but as long as it goes back to normal after washing then everything is fine. Menstruation can have an affect too, but again you should never smell bad, particularly if you stay clean and change your sanitary products regularly.
If your vagina does smell bad then you need to see a doctor for testing and treatment, this may even be a good idea if you're worried about smell as testing will show you that how you smell is normal and healthy.
To stay healthy and smelling good wash daily, remember only ever wash with water, using your hand to wash between lips and around the clitoral head. Never use soaps, washes, sprays or wipes as these interfere with vaginal pH that can cause infections leading to odor. This is also true of so-called 'feminine' products that play on women's insecurities about vaginal scent and attempt to suggest vagina's should smell like flower, just like anything else chemical these products aren't good for vaginal health. Keep yourself dry, wearing plain cotton underwear and avoiding synthetic or tight-fitting clothing can help keep your groin cool and dry which prevents bacterial and yeast growth to keep your vagina healthy. Avoid commercial pads as these can make your groin warm and moist, they also contain chemicals that interfere with vaginal pH, instead try organic or cloth pads, tampons should also be avoided at all costs as they are harmful to vaginal health, instead try softcups or menstrual cups.
Your problem is probably due to washing with soap - you should never wash with soap or anything chemical, your vagina is self-cleaning so all you need to use is water. So from now on wash with just water and see your doctor for tests and treatment as it sounds as though you have a bacterial infeciton.
I would also recomend you look at this article from Scarleteen on discharge, discharge is a fluid that comes from your vagina, you get it every day but it does change throughout your menstrual cycle. Discharge is good, it is what helps your vagina stay clean and healthy by flushing out bacteria and keeping vaginal walls moist. But again, this should never smell bad. http://www.scarleteen.com/article/body/h...Health Question & Answer
1) Some whitish to yellowish discharge is absolutely normal for all women. It is the natural way of your vagina cleansing itself.
2) Usually the discharge does not smell very badly. A slight smell is normal, though.
3) If you suffer from stronger discharge than usual and it smells much worse than usual, you might have an yeast infection, which can easily be treated with medicines. Many young women suffer from yeast infections from time to time (to tight underwear / to less air / artificial fibers in clothing / too hot and humid private area are the main causes).
4) If you do not know whether your current condition is normal or not, you may need to visit a doctor to clear things up and have your peace of mind. You need to learn to judge for yourself whether a discharge is natural or due to sickness. You can only learn to judge properly when being taught be a doctor or nurse.
5) In most cases it is enough to wash yourself with warm water and very little of a mild (!) shower gel. Do not use real soap in your private area. Never wash "inside", just clean your outside labia.Health Question & Answer
2) Usually the discharge does not smell very badly. A slight smell is normal, though.
3) If you suffer from stronger discharge than usual and it smells much worse than usual, you might have an yeast infection, which can easily be treated with medicines. Many young women suffer from yeast infections from time to time (to tight underwear / to less air / artificial fibers in clothing / too hot and humid private area are the main causes).
4) If you do not know whether your current condition is normal or not, you may need to visit a doctor to clear things up and have your peace of mind. You need to learn to judge for yourself whether a discharge is natural or due to sickness. You can only learn to judge properly when being taught be a doctor or nurse.
5) In most cases it is enough to wash yourself with warm water and very little of a mild (!) shower gel. Do not use real soap in your private area. Never wash "inside", just clean your outside labia.Health Question & Answer
Sounds like an Trichomoniasis infection, Make an appointment with your doctor so you can get some meds that will easily clear it up.
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