Vaginal odor

Some women may complain of abnormal vaginal odor.
This can be seen due to causes like :
-If vaginal odor is associated with symptoms like discharge, itching etc, there is possibility of infection.
Eg. Bacterial vaginosis, chlamydia, yeast infection etc.
-Poor hygiene.
-Forgotten tampons.
-Rectovaginal fistula.
-Cervical or vaginal neoplasia etc.

Prevention and treatment:
-In case of having symptoms of infection better to consult gynecologist once and get examined.
Vaginal swab for culture and sensitivity may be needed. According to the report, treatment can be planned.
-If only odor is the problem without symptoms of infection, following measures may help:
- Taking bath twice a day and changing the inner wear twice a day.
- Using cotton inner wear as per as possible.
- Changing the sanitary pads or tampons in every 6 to 8 hrs during periods.
- Cleaning the genital area with few milliters of mild disinfectant added luke warm water.
-Adding rose water etc in the water before bath.
-Keeping the genital area dry as per as possible etc.

In case of rare causes like fistula or neoplasia, treatment should be planned accordingly.