Why Does Period Blood Smell? Is that abnormal? Home remedies for Menstrual-Vaginal Odor
Oh god!! Why me!! This is the general thought which comes to the mind of every woman when she goes through her monthly phase of periods. These days often come along with immense pain through cramps, mood swings, upset stomach, exertion, hunger related problems and the list goes on and on. It is really brave of women to still stand and smile through all the pain and make it look like yet another day.
To add on to this difficulty level, there is this foul smell that comes from the blood. This smell intensity varies from person to person but the woman who experience strong foul odour, are at times embarrassed as even after all the attempts of hiding, it is noticeable in the room they are in.
Has it?? I bet it has come to your mind that Why does my period smell?? Isn’t this a question all the ladies have wondered upon or asked to others at some point or another on their timeline?? Even though you are very conscious about your personal hygiene (to keep the evidence in the dark!! Why should everyone know it??), it sometimes needs a little more than the usual efforts to keep that quiet. I mean it is natural to carry that smell. Honestly, you are not involved in any crime. But if the smell causes you any discomfort (mental or physical) in any respect, it needs to be controlled.
Why this happens?
Now all you ladies might be wondering why this smell and why all this mess?? When you are on your period, the hormonal changes result in rise of pH level of your blood, making it less acidic. Now this brings the guard down and eventually results in increased bacterial growth and foul smell down there. Adding on to the problems, the uterine lining also sheds during this process which may result as an add-on to bacteria and fungus. If the blood stays in the uterus for a longer time, there are chances that the smell will be even stronger.
Lack of moisture
During your period, vagina for all obvious reasons retains moisture more than required and it may cause fungal infections at times which results in fishy smell near the vaginal area. Another thing to bring to your notice is that the prolonged blockage of air due to sanitary pads and tampons are another culprit for bad odour. Pads specifically block the air to the vaginal area and stop blood from drying which again causes bad odour from the genitals.
Tampons
A single reason can easily be covered up but a combination of these things can cause a strong odour which might be hard to cover up for. Tampons on one hand prevent odour completely when inserted but on the other hand, there is the perfect recipe inside for bacterial growth. And if a tampon is forgotten, that might become an unpardonable mistake. Also, abandoned tampon starts to smell foul. If you have a doubt about smell you can check it for yourself by inserting your fingers into your vagina to see if you feel anything. If you do, just remove it. No second thoughts.
Infections
If tampon is left inside, string broken or you are unsure that anything is still inside, consult a doctor. He is the best person to solve all your doubts and if condition arises he is the best person to remove it for you. There are some common infections like trichomonas infection, yeast infections, or cervix infectionswhich can also cause strong odour during menstrual periods. If the infection is severethen inflammation and an abnormal discharge can also be a usual accomplice of the demon.
Having said all these things over and over lets come to the meat of the matter. Let's now find out what can be done to get rid of this menace. Good personal hygiene can never go out of fashion ladies!! Daily bathing, trimming of pubic hair and a little extra care is what it takes to get rid of that smell.
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