Why is my vagina smelling like rotten eggs?
Patient's Query
Hi doctor,
I have noticed the past couple of days my vagina smells like rotten eggs. I have never been sexually active, but I use tampons. I do not have any other symptoms, like burning, itching, discharge, etc. What could this be?
Hi,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
The possible causes are:
- If a tampon is left in for a long time or unhygienic methods of insertion. You can stop using tampons and use sanitary pads till fine. Use vaginal wash twice a day for a week.
- If you have a urinary infection. This will need confirmation of infection with testing urine. Antibiotic and a lot of water.
- Polyps or fibroids in the endometrial cavity or the cervix. This has to be confirmed with a pelvic scan. As you are not sexually active, infection is ruled out.
Hope I have clarified your queries, do write back. All the best.
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