What Causes Unpleasant Odor in Private Areas and Why Does It Happen? If a woman experiences an unpleasant odor in her private area, it can make her feel extremely embarrassed. Especially during hot weather, the odor becomes more pungent, leading to a loss of confidence and beauty for women. So why does the lower body produce an unpleasant smell? What causes it?
Experts from Xi'an Cailove Gynecology Hospital indicate that many women today are troubled by unpleasant odors in their lower body and seek solutions for this issue. To thoroughly address this problem, one should first understand the cause of the odor so as to treat it accordingly and resolve the distress. The reasons for unpleasant odor in the lower body include:
1. Candidiasis (Yeast Infection)
The most common symptom of candidiasis is external genital itching, with varying degrees of severity and intermittency. Severe cases may result in restlessness and difficulty in eating or sleeping. When the inflammation is severe, there may be symptoms such as frequent urination, painful urination, and pain during intercourse. Typical vaginal discharge in candidiasis appears like cottage cheese or milk curd. Gynecological examination may reveal varying degrees of congestion in the vaginal mucosa, with more viscous white discharge in the vagina or white membrane covering the vaginal mucosa. Removing the white membrane exposes red, swollen, eroded mucosa and superficial ulcers.
2. Trichomonas Vaginitis
Thin, purulent, frothy vaginal discharge accompanied by external genital itching, possibly with a putrid odor, a burning sensation and pain at the vaginal opening and external genitals, as well as pain during intercourse. Severe cases may have bleeding spots on the vaginal mucosa and cervix.
3. Bacterial Vaginosis
Typical symptoms: grayish-white, copious, thin vaginal discharge with a fishy odor, which worsens after sexual intercourse, accompanied by mild itching and a burning sensation. If you often need to use sanitary pads and notice a strong odor without excessive itching, bacterial vaginosis might be considered.
Unpleasant odors in the lower body could be caused by different bacterial infections, thus it is necessary to visit a hospital promptly for examination to identify the true cause. Timely treatment for conditions like pelvic inflammatory disease is crucial.
[Reminder]: This is an introduction by experts from Xi'an Cailove Gynecology Hospital regarding this issue. Therefore, if you find yourself experiencing unpleasant odors in your lower body, please seek medical attention promptly to determine the cause and receive timely treatment to prevent the condition from worsening.
Source: Official Website of Xi'an Cailove Hospital: http://www.xaciai.com/fuke/fukeyanzheng/yindaoyan/2011/0517/3965.html