Vaginal odor, especially an offensive smell after menstruation, is a problem that most women have to deal with. It is a very annoying ailment that causes much embarrassment and discomfort during times of intimacy. If you are affected by vaginal odor after period, then you have come to the right place. First, you should know that most women have experiences with a foul-smelling discharge at the end of their menstrual cycle. In general, the discharges which occur after menstrual periods have no odor or a faint smell. However, you could notice an odorless transparent or white discharge, smelly off-white or
Vaginal Odor After period – Why Does It Happen and How To Get Rid Of It
Hello, I have a smelly and bloody discharge.Sometimes I get an uncomfortable itchy sensation which makes me shy away from some social events and night outings.This has been going on for a long time…I feel that I cannot easily conceive because of it though I have managed to have one child.I was told by my doctor that I have blood inside my vaginal tract while doing a routine pep smear.
Hello, Admin, Can I have your advice please? I have a very smelly whiteyellowish discharge after my period but not itching. What is this and what should I do? Thank you!
Hello,It’s normal to have a white/yellow vaginal discharge that does NOT have an odor (smell). Vaginal odor, itching, burning, pain and/or a different discharge are symptoms of an infection. If the smell is very bad see a doctor.
Hello, I’ve been having what was diagnosed as a yeast infection on and off for some months now. I took medication (pills) a number of times, including creams to be inserted into the vagina and it went away. It came back even worse and very embarrassing as my discharge had a bad odor, was yellowish n in particles /pieces and was accompanied by itching. It was so bad that if a lot of it came out at once it looked like a lot of strange yellow particles. Tired of taking meds, I sought out natural treatment methods & followed one that advised eating a little garlic daily. It’s working cuz the itching is gone n the discharge no longer comes w particles but now it has a color like faint traces of blood and smells like bloody meat. Please what do I do? I’m sick of this.
It’s always best to seek medical attention with an infection of this nature. If the medication that was prescribed is not working then you need to get a second opinion. The infection may seem to be clearing up but it may come back or even get worse – it seems that is what’s happening now. Please get a second opinion from another doctor.
I’ve had the nexplanon for almost two years I’ve noticed that when I do have a cycle now and it ends I have a clear discharge that has a blood odor has anyone else had this problem even if not using the birth control?
I too have been having an issue for the past 2 months. It occurs right after my period. It is not fishy. It is just foul. Kinda yeasty. Also there is a slight whitish discharge. I went to the Gyno both months and was given that pill for yeast infections and a gel to put inside. Problem goes right away! Now it’s month 63 and my period just ended and the smell is back. My Gyno said it could be hormonal bc I’m 33 and she said things change around my age. I just had my annual PAP smear and when I go in for the results I am gonna ask my Dr. Some more questions. She did tell me to stop using any summer’s eve products. Just plain old fashion ivory soap.
Breakdown: month 1 I DID have bv. Month 2 it was nothing. So I will bring it up again to her this month. I have a feeling it is hormonal. It’s just good to know others suffer from this. I would not recommend douching with anything unless your Dr OKs it. The yogurt tampon is a good idea. I am just baffled by this sudden change and it makes me feel gross. But as women I think its stuff we have to deal with!
I take birth control that is hormone base due to my PCOS, and I have only been on it for 3 months, but today I noticed that I have a weird smell, like it smells poisonous. I just finished my period yesterday and I was wondering if that could be from the birth control, I itch alot too but I usually do after my periods because I can only use pads so I assume that is from me sweating and getting a rash and itching, but the smell is new. Does anyone know what that could be?
Hello,This is not a sexually transmitted disease, but often requires antibiotics to treat. This often gives a “fishy” odor.– or a yeast infection can commonly occur. This often can occur after a new birth control pill and often gives a white discharge. Pads can also cause infection so if its its becoming worse see a doctor it is not something serious and can be treated.
Okay so i had a uti, got it treated than got a BV with my pH of 6!, so i went through half the medication (bc of a reaction in swelling of my face) but my symptoms of the BV were certainly gone but i didnt get to finish the last two days of the dosage. My period came, and the second day after it finished, BV smelly discharge came back!! I dont know what to do because i dont have the money to keep going back to the doctor thats goin to prescribe the same thing for the same outcome. Should i wait a day or two and see if the smell goes away? I use Vagisil to help with my PH but i need another plan ugh
Hi, I understand completely what your going through it can be a pain to want something to go away and it just wont. Here are some home remedies that may help you..
Tea tree oil contains natural antibacterial as well as antifungal compounds that help kill the germs that cause bacterial vaginosis. It will also combat the awful smell that is common with bacterial vaginosis.
Add a few drops of tea tree oil to a small bowl of warm water and stir it well. Use the solution to rinse your vagina. Do this once daily for three to four weeks.
Another option is to add three drops of tea tree oil and three cups of white vinegar to your lukewarm bath water and then soak in it for half an hour. Follow this remedy every other day for one to two months as needed.
Yogurt is one of the most common home remedies for bacterial vaginosis. Yogurt contains beneficial bacteria known as lactobacillus that help fight off bad bacteria and help maintain healthy vaginal pH balance.
Dip a cotton pad in yogurt and apply it on the affected area. Leave it on for half an hour and then wash the area thoroughly with fresh water. Repeat three times a day until your symptoms are gone.
You may also dip a tampon in yogurt and put it in the vagina for one to two hours. Do this twice daily until the symptoms completely disappear.
Also, eat two cups of plain yogurt daily to help restore the vagina’s normal pH balance and minimize the growth of bad bacteria.
An excellent home remedy for bacterial vaginosis is apple cider vinegar. Due to its acidic nature, apple cider vinegar helps increase vaginal acidity. This makes it difficult for bad bacteria to survive and creates a better environment for good bacteria to thrive.
Add one to two cups of apple cider vinegar to your bath water.
Sit in the bath water for about 20 minutes.
Gently pat dry the vaginal area.
Do this once daily until the condition improves.
This is very bad advice. UTIs, especially with accompanying BV, is mostly caused by E. coli…a bacteria that must be killed with an antibiotic. E. Coli is a bacteria that is natural to our digestive tract but causes chaos if it gets into other areas of the body. Because our vaginas & anuses are so close together, it’s very easy for E. coli to find its way from the anus into the vagina. To avoid these kinds of infections, make sure to always wipe front to back and wash regularly with a mild cleanser. Stop wearing thongs, especially g-strings. That little string acts as a perfect bridge for bacteria to make its way from your butthole to your vagina. Never go from anal play to vaginal play with your partner without washing in between or putting on a new condom. And once you smell the dreaded fish odor, it’s too late. See your doctor and get an antibiotic. E. Coli infections are bad and could be dangerous if it gets out of control. Yeast can be treated naturally with the above said remedies, bacterial infections require an antibiotic.
I have been having a very strong smell on the last couple of days towards the end of my cycle. This is new for me just started experiencing it this year and have no idea as to what triggered it. It usually start fading about a week after my period ends. Do you have any idea as to what might have trigger this since i never had it in the past?
Hi, Your vaginal odor changes all the time, varying throughout your cycle and naturally becoming more pungent during your period.However, if you notice a sharp change in the smell of your menstrual odor, it is best to contact your physician
I sometimes get this itchy feeling in my vagina weeks before my period., plus a fishy odor as well. Most times after my period I get this odor as well. Is this normal what can I do to eliminate this odor once and for all.
Hi, Sounds like a yeast infection,You can treat most vaginal yeast infections with an over-the-counter vaginal cream or suppository. You can buy these nonprescription vaginal creams and suppositories at most large drugstores and supermarkets. Many yeast infection treatment doses come in one-day, three-day, and seven-day strengths.
I dont know if this is normal but after my period comes i be noticing a thick white discharge coming out into my clothing and it kinda smells but its not strong but it only happens ever month and i want to know if that is normal? Please reply
Yes, it is normal for women to have a vaginal odor after a period. If the smell is unbearable and the discharge is yellow or green in colour than you need to consult your doctor because you may have an infection.
Hello, I’ve been having a lot of sharp & throbbing pain in my uterus that comes on randomly but it doesn’t feel like period cramps also I have very dark urine and smelly white discharge, sex is very painful as well, I gave birth about eight months ago and have been having this problem 3 months postpartum I’ve been putting off getting checked I just never have time and just seem to deal with it what should I do ?
Hi. You really should go see your doctor as soon as possible. It seems you have an infection that needs to be addressed before it gets any worse.
I get a fishy smell either a week before my period and or a week after my period then I goes away ! Also I am 6 weeks post partum and I just finish bleeding but I have a liner on because of the last remaining that’s coming down! But I notice a smell I went to the doctor everything was fine for my check up but is it normal?
Yes, it is normal to have a vaginal smell after a period. If you’re cleared by your doctor then you do not need to worry. Continue to monitor as the odor may change with your next period.
Hello, This sounds like a vaginal infection which is quite normal, it is best to visit your doctor so he can evaluate the problem and tell you which infection it is and also prescribe medication to stop it.
I had foul fishy odor for more than 5 years now that comes and goes. Im not comfortable to discuss it with a doctor. it became worst when i was diagnosed of hyperthyroidism. and now that im hypo, every month like one week before my period i feel feverish, chills at night, headache then the foul odor will start until after 2 weeks of my period. its like i will only have a foul-free days for 1 week then it will come back again… can a vaginal infection last for years?
Hello, This should be checked out by a doctor to prevent it from causing other serious problems,The odor could a lot of things like;bacterial vaginosis,yeast infection or even STD’s. A vaginal infection can last for years which can cause other problems so even though its uncomfortable to talk about its better to visit a doctor and get treated.
Hi…please I have a very smelly thick whitish discharge after my period and sometimes it stains and smells on my cloth..and sometimes I have itching, what should I do?
i have almost the same problem wunder..I’m just looking out for anyone that might have that kind of problem and dealt with it
Sounds like a mild yeast infection.
I have irregular periods as in sometimes they come 3 days late, 3 days early or even 15 days late that last 6-7 days, and a heavy flow the first 3-4 and the last 2 are a odorus medium brown discharge (I don’t know if this is menstruation or something else) that I can smell through clothing. I have gone to the doctor about it 2 years ago and I’m not sure what he was testing for but apparently a swab that I took came back with nothing to worry about. but I still get this odor? I’m a teenager, and never had sex before. Do I need to buy a vaginal wash? Is it a bacterial thing? or do I just have a really smelly after period? Do I need to buy a vaginal wash? Thanks if you answer this.
It seems you have a vaginal infection. You need to consult a gynecologist to confirm the type of infection that you have – seem to be bacterial. You will require treatment. Vaginal washes will only make the infection worse.