Patient's question:
I have never had sexual activity, and I've noticed that my vaginal discharge has a very strong odor and some color issues. What could be the cause? Please: What are the main situations that can cause a foul odor in vaginal discharge?Doctor's answer:
1. Odor: When your leukorrhea reappears with an unpleasant odor, you must be vigilant, as it is often no longer a symptom of vaginitis. It usually indicates a serious infection or the recurrence of a malignant tumor in your reproductive tract. Common severe conditions such as severe uterine inflammation, severe cervical erosion, or the recurrence of a malignant tumor can all cause leukorrhea to have an unpleasant odor.2. Fishy odor: If you notice an abnormal fishy odor, it is likely that you have contracted bacterial vaginosis caused by Gardnerella.
3. Foul odor: Leukorrhea accompanied by a foul odor is the most common type of abnormal smell. The presence of a foul odor often suggests that you may have trichomoniasis or vaginitis caused by anaerobic bacterial infection.