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Bacterial vaginosis typically causes a fishy odor, worse after washing or sex. Chlamydia does not cause odor.
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Can you have bacterial vaginoisis with no fishy odor?
It is possible to have bacterial vaginosis with no fishy odor, however, it is unlikely. Bacterial vaginosis is a type of vaginal inflammation.
Does syphilis cause a fish odor?
Syphilis is not associated with an odor. Bacterial vaginosis can cause fishy vaginal odor.
What does bacterial vaginosis look like in its early stages?
There really are no "stages" of bacterial vaginosis. The first symptom is typically fishy vaginal odor, worse after using soap or after sex.
How do you know you have bacterial vaginities?
The symptoms of bacterial vaginosis are a milky white discharge with a fishy odor that is worse with soap or semen.
What are the bad effects of bacterial vaginosis?
Bacterial vaginosis can have the following effects:infertilityvaginal odorexcessive vaginal dischargevaginal irritationcan lead to other serious diseases if left untreated
White stuff comes out of your vagina during sex?
You may have bacterial vaginosis if there is an odor as well
What is the difference between bacterial vaginosis and a yeast infection?
Bacterial vaginosis and yeast infection are both the results of imbalances in the normal flora of the vagina. A yeast infection involves an overgrowth of candida and related species. Odor is not a huge complaint of women with yeast. Symptoms may include redness and discomfort. The vaginal pH is normal. In contrast, bacterial vaginosis is a death of the protective bacteria in the vagina. Odor is a common complaint, but inflammation and irritation are not. The vaginal pH is usually higher than normal.
What std causes vaginal odor?
Trichomoniasis is an STD that can cause foul vaginal odor. Yeast infections and Bacterial Vaginosis can cause odor, but these are vaginal infections that are not sexually transmitted.
How do you know if you have bacterial vaginosis?
The symptoms of bacterial vaginosis are a milky white vagina discharge with an unpleasant odor, like fish, especially after sex or using soap. See your health care provider for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment.
What are the effects of bacterial vaginosis?
Bacterial vaginosis typically causes a fishy vaginal odor and a milky white discharge. Some women have some cramping or discomfort with sex as well. It can increase the risk of preterm labor, and may be associated with pelvic inflammatory disease.
Are bacterial vaginosis and trichomoniasis similar?
BV and trichomoniasis are similar in that they can cause vaginal odor and discharge. BV is not spread by sex, though, and trichomoniasis is.
Can the discharge be a yellowish color when you have a yeast infection?
A yeast infection stings when you pee. AND yeast INFCTION is usually white and creamy with no odor like cottage cheese and yellowish color are most likely bacterial vaginosis , chlamydia or gonohea.So your yellowish discharge may be not caused by yeast infection, you'd better go to the hospital to do some relative tests to find out the exact cause.And if your condition is really led by bacterial vaginosis , chlamydia or gonohea, you could try herbal therapy, such as "fuyan pill", which has been proven effective on curing these diseases.
Does a yeast infection smell fishy?
No, a yeast infection typically does not smell fishy, but bacterial vaginosis, a common, non-contagious condition, does have a fishy odor.
What are Symtoms of bacterial vaginosis?
Most women do not experience symptoms of bacterial vaginosis, but when they do they are:Bacterial vaginosis signs and symptoms may include:Vaginal discharge that's thin and grayish whiteFoul-smelling "fishy" vaginal odor, especially after sexual intercourseVaginal itchingBurning during urinationAnd all the symptoms of bacterial vaginosis could be eliminated by herbal medicine FUYAN PILL completely.Any more professional knowledge you could consult online doctors, like herbalist Lee Xiaoping.Hope this could help you.
What are the signs and symptoms of bacterial vaginosis?
Some of the symptoms of Bacterial Vaginosis are: ~Watery and thin discharge ~A fishy or a strong unpleasant smell ~Greyish white discharge Less common symptoms are itchiness or soreness around the vagina and vulva. One of the less common sexually transmitted diseases, bacterial vaginosis has two common symptoms for women. There is an abnormal discharge, which can be yellow or grayish white, and a pungent odor from the groin area.
Is bacterial vaginosis the same as chlamydia?
Bacteria vaginosis is not the same as chlamydia.Chlamydia is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases in the U.S and the UK. This infection is easily spread because it often causes no symptoms and may be unknowingly passed to sexual partners. In fact, about 75% of infections in women and 50% in men are without symptoms.Chlamydia symptoms in womenAround 70-80% of women with chlamydia don't notice any symptoms. If women do get symptoms, the most common include:- pain when urinating (peeing)- a change in vaginal discharge- pain in the lower abdomen- pain and/or bleeding during sex- bleeding after sex- bleeding between periods- heavier periods than usualMost women do not experience symptoms of bacterial vaginosis, but when they do they are:Bacterial vaginosis signs and symptoms may include:Vaginal discharge that's thin and grayish whiteFoul-smelling "fishy" vaginal odor, especially after sexual intercourseVaginal itchingBurning during urinationLuckily if females infect with them, they could be cured by herbal medicine "fuyan pill".Hope this could help you.
Is it possible that catching Vaginosis bacteria infections several times could have caused infertility even if they were treated?
No. As long as you got treatment. You can go to a doctor and make sure that everything is okay. Bacterial Vaginosis does not cause Pelvic Inflammatory Disease or sterility. It is a vaginal infection and causes itching, discharge, and a fishy odor. Gonorrhea and Chlamydia cause nearly all PID which can lead to sterility if untreated or with recurrent episodes.
Can chlamydia cause odor?
That's not a typical complaint, but a woman could have chlamydia and an odor-causing infection at the same time. Best to get screened for chlamydia if you're at risk, as it can be completely without symptoms.Chlamydia typically doesn't cause odor. But just because you have an odor, doesn't mean you can't have chlamydia. If you are at risk for STDs, get tested, regardless of symptoms.no
Can chlamydia cause foul odor in urine?
Chlamydia does not cause urine odor, although some other infections, both STDs and not, can cause urine odor. Because you think you may be at risk for chlamydia, it's important that you get screened. Most often, chlamydia has no symptoms.
What causes fishy vaginal odor?
The vagina should have its own particular odor, but it shouldn't be unpleasant or fishy. If there is a fishy odor coming from the vagina, it is likely a condition called bacterial vaginosis, though there are a few other possibilities like trichomonas. If you are experiencing a fishy odor from the vagina you need to see your doctor to get it evaluated and treated.
Why do you have an odor two weeks after chlamydia treatment?
Chlamydia doesn't typically cause odor. See your health care provider for a recheck. You may have contracted trichomoniasis as well as chlamydia.
White vaginal discharge with an odor?
It could be an STD, vaginitis (not necessarily caught from someone else), or one of the first stages of a period. The most common cause of that combination is bacterial vaginosis.
What is cocobacilli in a pap smear?
Coccobacilli on a pap smear result is informational. If the woman is comlplaining fo vaginal discharge and odor, treatment for bacterial vaginosis is offered. If she has no complaints, treatment is not needed.
What does coccobacilli mean in a pap smear?
You may have a little imbalance in your vagina called bacterial vaginosis. If you're having symptoms of vaginal odor (fishy, especially after sex); milky thin discharge, or pelvic pain, then talk with your healthcare provder. They can give you antibiotics You can't catch bacterial vaginosis from someone else, so your partner won't need to be treated.
What does it mean when you discharge smelly yellow chunks?
You most likely have an infection. You should see a doctor as soon as possible, as a foul odor and discharge are generally a signs of bacterial vaginosis, which can only be treated with antibiotics.
