What could be the cause of foul excessive vaginal discharge?

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I can understand your concern.

Abnormal vaginal odors may result from various causes:

An imbalance in vaginal bacterial levels can lead to infection and inflammation, a condition known as vaginitis. Common types of vaginitis causing unpleasant odors often present additional symptoms, such as abnormal vaginal discharge.

The primary causes of unpleasant vaginal odor include the following:

1. Bacterial vaginosis (BV): An infection caused by a disruption in vaginal flora. BV typically produces a fishy odor, especially noticeable post-sex. A gray or grayish-white discharge is a common symptom.

2. Trichomoniasis: This sexually transmitted infection, caused by a parasite, might not always show symptoms. However, when it does, it can cause a fishy or musty odor, similar to BV. A greenish-yellow discharge is another characteristic symptom.

The vaginal odor might also indicate the following:

1. Rectovaginal fistula: A rare condition permitting feces leakage from the rectum into the vagina, resulting in a foul-smelling discharge.

2. Vaginal cancer: Symptoms include heavy discharge with a strong odor.

3. Cervical cancer: Symptoms may involve a strong, unpleasant-smelling discharge.

I hope this information will help you.

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