Unpleasant odor in a woman's genital area is not only unpleasant for the woman herself, but also very embarrassing if the smell is strong and others can smell it. Due to the female anatomy and physiology, some odor is inevitable in the genital area. So what are the causes of genital odor in women? And what should be done about genital odor in women?
3 main reasons for vaginal odor
1. Menstrual odor
Menstrual odor is a common problem for many women, especially in summer when the odor is more pronounced. Because of the blood mixed with body sweat, the odor is often stronger and more intense.
2. Bacterial vaginosis
Bacterial vaginosis is a common gynecological disease, primarily affecting married women. It causes abnormal vaginal discharge, including increased volume, altered color, and an unpleasant odor. This is due to bacterial invasion of the female genital environment, leading to pathological symptoms.
3. Vaginal inflammation
Inflammation of the vagina can easily lead to vaginal odor. Generally, vaginitis can produce three types of smells: fishy, foul, and rotten. These are typical characteristics of vaginitis. The appearance of these odors indicates that the inflammation has affected your health and you should pay attention to it.
What should I do if my female private parts have an odor?
1. Pay attention to the washing of underwear.
Nowadays, many people have better living conditions, and washing machines are almost an essential household appliance. However, it is best to hand wash underwear, especially lingerie. If underwear is washed with other clothes, bacteria can attach to our clothes and cause gynecological diseases.
2. Pay attention to hygiene of the private parts.
Because the female private area is in a closed environment for a long time, it is easy for bacteria to accumulate. Therefore, women must pay attention to the hygiene of their private parts. During menstruation, it is important to change sanitary napkins regularly and clean the private parts regularly. You can use some cleansing solutions to wash the vulva, but try to avoid frequently washing the vagina directly, as this can easily disrupt the vaginal environment and make it easier for bacteria to grow.
3. If the odor is severe, gently wipe with a special detergent or wet wipes.
Bacteria multiply more easily in summer or in high-temperature work environments. After urinating, you can gently wipe the genital area with a special feminine wash or wipes. However, be careful not to wipe too frequently, otherwise the genital area's self-cleaning ability will be weakened, which is actually detrimental to health.
4. Do not wear tight-fitting clothes.
Many women like to wear tight-fitting clothes, which can easily prevent vaginal secretions and sweat from evaporating, increasing the temperature and humidity in the private area and thus promoting bacterial growth.
5. Pay attention to sexual life
In daily sexual life, women should pay attention to hygiene before and after sexual intercourse, and take contraceptive measures if they do not plan to get pregnant, in order to avoid unintended pregnancy.
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