Patient's question:
Alright, thank you, doctor. What is it if menstrual blood has a very strong odor, and how is it treated?First follow-up question: It's been many years. It started when I was in my teens. My periods are light, and there's almost no odor, but when there is a severe odor, it definitely isn't the normal smell of menstrual blood. What condition is this, how is it treated, and can it be cured? Thank you.
Second follow-up question: I'm 23 years old, and I've never had sexual activity. Sometimes the odor is like the smell of smelly feet, and it seems to get worse around the third day. My periods last intermittently for about five days each time, but they are very light. If they were heavy, I'm sure everyone around would be away! I think this will delay my marriage in the future. Thank you.
Doctor's answer:
Hello, the menstrual period process of women is actually the condition where the endometrium undergoes shedding and bleeding due to the effects of estrogen and progesterone. Therefore, having a fishy smell is normal, but it should not be accompanied by a foul odor. In your case, the presence of a foul odor during menstruation and abnormal discharge before menstruation still suggests the possibility of gynecological inflammation. It is recommended to wait and see for the specific situation. If the odor persists after menstruation, it is advisable to visit a gynecological department in the hospital for examination.