Persistent Vulvovaginal Itching and Odor

2026-08-11 06:03:33

Asked for Female, 21 Years

For the past 6 to 7 months, I have been experiencing continuous, severe itching in my vulvar area, along with a persistent, foul-smelling vaginal odor. Because these symptoms have lasted for several months without resolving, I would like to get a full evaluation to determine the underlying cause and discuss appropriate treatment options."

Answers (11)

Gynecologist/Obstetrician

7 yrs expPanchkula

Can be fungal infection.

Next Steps

Urine r/m

Answered2026-08-25 04:58:43

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Dr. Vichitra Timuluri

Gynecologist/Obstetrician

12 yrs expVizianagaram

Vaginal infection

Answered2026-08-17 14:44:00

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Dr. Lavina Batra

Gynecologist

21 yrs expPune

Pls connect for online consultation and advice

Answered2026-08-11 11:36:18

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Dr. Nannapaneni Susmitha

Gynecologist

14 yrs expHyderabad

Please consult

Answered2026-08-11 10:31:24

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Dr. Kumari Sonal

Gynecologist

15 yrs expKolkata

Connect

Answered2026-08-11 09:49:01

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Dr. Ankita Gahlot

Obstetrician

12 yrs expBangalore

Itching with odour lasting months points to an infection or irritation that needs proper testing, since several causes can look similar from the outside.

Next Steps

Please see a gynaecologist for an examination and a vaginal swab test to identify the exact cause before starting any treatment.

Health Tips

Avoid scented washes or douching in the meantime, as these often worsen the irritation.

Answered2026-08-29 17:35:51

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Dr. Prateeksha B S

Obstetrician

7 yrs expBangalore

It indicates fungal infection

Answered2026-08-15 04:21:14

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Dr. Kinnari Amin

Gynecologist

14 yrs expAhmedabad

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Answered2026-08-13 05:00:49

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Dr. Pushpa Gour

Gynecologist

42 yrs expBhopal

Can be bacterial infection. Consult for prescription please.

Answered2026-08-11 11:43:09

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Dr. Vijaya Gupta

Gynecologist

23 yrs expChandigarh

Most common reason is fungal vaginal infection you can connect for prescription and discussion

Answered2026-08-11 10:05:38

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Dr. Neha Vashisth

Obstetrician

14 yrs expJaipur

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Answered2026-08-11 10:03:00

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