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Discharge problem
I get white discharge almost every day and it also gives a very bad odour. Please tell me how can I stop it from happening.
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Dr. Ankita Gahlot
Obstetrician
12 yrs exp
Bangalore
Discharge that happens daily and carries a noticeable odour is not the usual kind of discharge and is usually a sign of an infection, most often bacterial vaginosis, sometimes trichomoniasis. It is not something that settles with hygiene alone. A vaginal swab test will show which organism is involved so the right course of treatment can be chosen.
Next Steps
Book a gynaecology visit for an examination and a vaginal swab, and avoid douching or scented washes until then, since these can mask the odour without treating the cause.
Health Tips
See your gynaecologist sooner if you notice itching, burning, pelvic pain or bleeding between periods along with the discharge.
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