Get Rid Of Fishy Smell From The Vagina And Here Is The Help
By Suzis Zeus http://www.natural-yeast-infection-cures.net
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Fishy smell from vagina: Fishy smell from vagina is a problem that is too embarrassing to mention. But it is best to consult a specialist regarding the fishy smell coming from vagina. If you let the fishy smell from vagina go out of hand you will face embarrassing situations with your loved ones. The foul odor from vagina is not only a hygiene problem but it can potentially lead to threatening diseases.
What is fishy vaginal odor? The fishy smell from vagina is also known as bacterial vaginosis. The fishy smell comes from the vulva and is primarily caused by bacterial imbalance in the vagina. It is normal for women to have bacteria in their vaginas but in the case of bacterial vaginosis there is too much bacteria, hence the fishy smell from vagina. The main culprits of fishy smell from vagina are the bacteria Gardnerella and Mobiluncus. The fishy smell from vagina or bacterial vaginosis is not something you catch from your partner, it is an ailment caused by bacterial imbalance in your vagina.
What are the causes of the fishy smell from vagina? The fishy smell from vagina or bacterial vaginosis is caused by an abundance of bacteria in your vagina. The bad bacteria spread and kill the good bacteria that protect your vagina. The bad bacteria then create the fishy smell from vagina. The bad bacteria that cause the fishy smell from vagina release amines. When your vagina is healthy it has a certain level of acidic pH but when you have bacterial vaginosis the pH level in your vagina rises and it has a higher alkaline content. The higher pH levels in your vagina releases the amines from the bad bacteria. The amines then create the fishy smell from vagina. The vaginal infection caused by bad bacteria also creates a white or gray discharge. The discharge is different from person to person. The discharge also has a foul fishy smell that is embarrassing. Once you notice fishy smell from vagina or discharge it is best to consult your doctor on how to treat it. There are also home remedies that you can try to remove the fishy smell from vagina.
What does fishy smell from vagina have in common with sperm cells? The normal secretions that come from a vagina has a pH of 4 while the pH level of vaginal secretions from a person with fishy smell from vagina or bacterial vaginosis is more than 4.7. On the other hand, Sperm cells or semen has a pH level of 7. When sperm cells enter a vagina with bacterial vaginosis the bad bacteria release a greater http://www.natural-yeast-infection-cures.net
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number of amines. The amines released by the bad bacteria create the fishy smell from vagina. The mixture of blood and amines also causes the fishy smell from vagina because the bad bacteria are mixed with the blood.
What are the signs and symptoms of bacterial vaginosis? The main sign that you have bacterial vaginosis is the fishy smell from vagina. Aside from the fishy smell from vagina you should look out for the following symptoms: • • • •
Itchiness and irritation in the area of your vagina. Your vagina will become inflamed. Your vagina will secrete a whitish or grayish discharge that also has a foul smell. The fishy smell from vagina will be smellier after sex because it has mixed with the pH level of the semen.
These are the symptoms of bacterial vaginosis that you should look out for. The amount of discharge that bacterial vaginosis creates varies from woman to woman. But there are women who do not have any vaginal discharges at all. If you have a fishy smell from vagina it is best to consult a specialist immediately.
How can you get rid of the fishy smell from vagina? There are plenty of ways to rid the fishy smell from vagina. You can try different home remedies to remove the fishy smell from vagina. The home remedies can be your first line of defense against fishy smell from vagina. Here are some home remedies for fishy smell from vagina: •
Teat tree oil is an effective natural remedy for the fishy smell from vagina and bacterial vaginosis. Tea tree oil is a good anti-bacterial agent that not only fights bacterial infection but also fights fungal infections.
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You can also use garlic as a remedy for the fishy smell from vagina. Garlic helps you get back the normal pH levels in your vagina. You can increase the intake of garlic in your diet to help you remove the fishy smell from vagina. Garlic also helps you maintain a healthy balance of the levels of yeast in your body.
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Echinacea is also a potent agent against bacterial infection. You can remove the fishy smell from vagina by taking a few drops of Echinacea in supplement form.
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Goldenseal is also a good home remedy to fight bacterial vaginosis because it not only help improve the health of your vagina but it also boosts your immune system.
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Eat yogurt on a regular basis because it has plenty of probiotics to improve your health.
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You can try inserting yogurt into your vagina using a tampon to remove the fishy odor that bacterial vaginosis creates.
These are some of the home remedies you can follow to remove the fishy odor from your vagina. But if these home remedies are not effective you can consult a specialist to help you remove the fishy smell. Like most infections prevention is always better than cure. Here are some tips that you can follow to prevent bacterial vaginosis: •
Avoid wearing tight jeans or sexy lingerie. Tight jeans and sexy lingerie prevent free circulation of air. The clogged air breeds bad bacteria in your vagina. You can still wear tight jeans and sexy lingerie but save them for special occasions.
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Instead of wearing sexy lingerie, wear cotton underwear instead because cotton underwear allows free circulation of air in your vagina.
Change your diet. Your body will be prone to infections if it does not get the right amount of vitamins and minerals. You can read about other treatments and cures from the book Bacterial Vaginosis Freedom by Elena Peterson. •
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