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Body do or don't: Douching to ditch odor

 
I have a weird odor down there. I don't know what to do. I wash myself regularly, but my mom won't let me buy any of the special feminine hygiene washes. Help!


It can be really scary when you smell something funky down there, but your mom is right. Feminine hygiene washes, like douches, are not only unhealthy, but can make infections worse! Let's be clear about something here: all vaginas have an odor. We all have a personal smell down there, but if you have noticed a change you should not run to the nearest drugstore, but instead see a doctor. Your body could be trying to tell you something important and covering up the smell with flowery scents is so not a good idea!
 
Weird isn't a totally specific odor, but if your discharge has changed in color this can be a sign of a prob. Also watch out for cheesy, fishy, bread-like odors. We know it sounds gross, but it is better to be aware of the not-so-pretty changes your body goes through than to get sick.
 
Your private parts have a delicate balance that can disrupted by harsh soaps and washes. Your vagina has good bacteria that can be flushed out by inappropriate cleanings, which can in turn cause icky infections! You should be gentle with yourself and only wash with warm water and a wash cloth. Your vagina cleans itself naturally and doesn't need your help along the way. The only time you should every clean down there with anything other than mild soap is if a doctor tells you to. Seriously girl, drop-kick that dirty douche!
 

BY MARY HOJNOSKI ON 8/13/2011 12:00:00 AM

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MOD MOD MOD!!!!!!!!!
i've notice that my regular discharge has a rlly bad odor and is sometimes a little yellow ever since i caught a yeast infection. the infection is cured, but the odor is still there and occasionally, the color shows up too. my mom checked me a few times with special equipment (she's a nurse) to see if i had a urine infection, but i came up clean. i went to my doctor, and she checked me and also said i was fine. but now, for some wierd reason, my discharge shows up about 5 minutes after i go pee and i go pee a little more often than i used too. i'm getting so stressed ever since this yeast infection because i keep having these wierd symtoms! even though my doctor and my mom say i'm fine, i feel like i'm not! please help!!!


 


Hey chica! Discharge is totally normal when you're going through puberty. Sometimes, it can be a yellowish shade, too. I wouldn't worry too much about it Smile


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by Phoenix In Flight on 8/13/2011 6:33:16 PM

 
 

mod mod mod this is really embarrassing, but whenever im on my period it smells really fishy down there! but when im done with my period it smells normal again. please help! i dont know if somethings wrong with me =(

 

Since it comes and goes with your period, I'm guessing it's normal.  Since things are obviously different down there when you're on your period, it makes sense that the smell would be different too.  But it doesn't hurt to check in with your doc next time you have an appointment, or sooner if you have other concerns, too.  xoxo

Marie H.

by filaluvva on 8/13/2011 2:25:12 PM

 
 

what if you dont wanna tell anyone, if they think its your underarms and you just cant tell them or a doctor, what do you do?

by zbaby12 on 8/13/2011 11:13:21 AM

 
 

MOD MOD MOD I don't really smell "down there", but my discharge is yellowish and weird, like cheesey smelling. It's been like this ever since I first got discharge, back in sixth grade (I'm going into eighth now). It doesn't itch or burn or anything, but how can I get rid of the smell. Thank you!!

 

Hey chica, I think you might wanna read this:  http://www.girlslife.com/post/2010/11/11/smell-betterdown-there.aspx.  It's got some tips for dealing with the smell.  The reality is, a little smell is totally normal, and only noticeable to you and not anyone else.  xoxo

Marie H.

by blondegirl27 on 8/13/2011 9:26:38 AM

 
 

MOD, I have a few questions :s 1. What are the signs of an infection down there? Does yellow, kind of powdery looking stuff on underwear count? 2. When should I throw out my lip balms and lip glosses? I haven't used them very much and I am faar from done.. But I don't want to just throw them away. I think I've had my burt's bees lip balm for about a year, and the burt's bees lip shimmer for maybe a little over half a year? 3. Is it necessary to wear a bra every day? 'Cause when I'm at home I don't wear one. Could I just wear a cami? Or do I need to wear a cami with a bra? The kind of cami that already has a built in one. I'm not very heavy in that department so.. 4. I can't tell what my body shape is.. If I have wide hips BUT a smaller-average I guess? lol butt does that still make me a pear? Thanks, I appreciate your help Mods Smile

 

Hey chica!

1) Clear to off-white discharge is normal, but any other color could be a sign.  If it has an odor or a strange consistency, that might be as well.  Talk to an adult and schedule an appointment with your doc if you think it might be off.  Better safe than sorry!

2)  I just checked my Bobbi Brown make-up book, and it says lip products should be thrown out after a year to a year and a half.  Sounds like you've got some time left!

3)  As long as you're not doing vigorous workouts, it's totally fine to go braless at home!

4)  It's hard to say without seeing you, of course... but pear sounds about right! Smile

xoxo

Marie H.

by foreverme! on 8/13/2011 2:25:15 AM

 
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