Why do I still smell like after birth?

Lochia is the vaginal discharge you have after giving birth. It contains a mix of blood, mucus and uterine tissue. It has a stale, musty odor like menstrual period discharge and can last several weeks.

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Why do I smell so bad after giving birth?

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Smelling stronger or differently and sweating more postpartum is normal. It's often due to hormonal disruptions and the shedding of the amniotic fluid, blood, and tissue that developed in your womb over nine months of pregnancy.

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Is there a postpartum smell?

Postpartum discharge often has a fishy odor similar to that of menstruation. However, if the discharge has an unusual odor or odor, it could be due to an infection in the uterus or a bacterial infection caused by a tear in the perineum during delivery.

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Why do I smell down there after showering?

'Like any part of the body that gets sweaty, the area around the vulva can get smelly,' says Dr Rosén. But soaps can disturb the natural balance of the vaginal bacterial flora and possibly increase the risk of bacterial vaginosis. Douching – a method of washing out or rinsing the vagina – can do the same.

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How do I stop smelling down there?

How can vaginal odor be prevented?
  1. Practice good hygiene. Shower regularly and only use mild, unscented soap and warm water to clean your vulva. ...
  2. Don't douche. ...
  3. Wear light, breathable clothing. ...
  4. Drink plenty of water. ...
  5. Protect your vagina (and vaginal flora) during sex.

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Is it normal to have horrible body odor after having a baby?

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How do you keep your VAG smelling fresh?

Even the smallest change can throw off a person's PH. So, the healthiest way to clean the vulva (which is the external genital area around the vaginal opening) is gently—this skin is soft and sensitive y'all! — with water and unscented soap; or even just plain water. The vagina (the internal part) is self-cleaning.

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Can dehydration make your vag smell?

Urinary Tract Infections UTIs and dehydration can sometimes cause urine to smell, which can in turn create an odor (sometimes likened to the smell of bleach or ammonia) in the vaginal area.

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How do you know if you smell bad to others?

If you're worried you're one of these people, one trick is to lick your wrist, wait ten seconds, then sniff the patch you licked: If it smells, chances are, so does your breath. An even more reliable method, of course, is simply to ask someone.

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Why do I feel like I can always smell myself?

People with ORS perform excessive repetitive behaviors (also called "rituals" or "compulsions") in response to the distress that their body odor preoccupations cause. These behaviors are usually difficult to resist and control. Common excessive behaviors (and lifetime rates) include: Smelling one's self: 80%

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How long will I smell after giving birth?

Lochia is the vaginal discharge you have after giving birth. It contains a mix of blood, mucus and uterine tissue. It has a stale, musty odor like menstrual period discharge and can last several weeks.

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How long after birth do you stop smelling?

Don't sweat it — your baby doesn't

There are so many things new parents have to worry about. The good news: Being funky forever isn't on the list. This stage will pass, usually within about one to two months, give or take a few weeks.

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When does smell go back to normal after pregnancy?

Does heightened sense of smell go away? For many women, sensitivity to strong (and sometimes icky) smells starts to subside fairly quickly and early in pregnancy. If it doesn't, your nose will likely return to normal as pregnancy progresses or soon after delivery.

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Why do I smell bad around me?

Parosmia is a distorted sense of smell. Things that used to smell pleasant now smell foul to people with parosmia. People get parosmia for many reasons, including infections, medications and trauma. You can't always prevent it, but in most cases, it's temporary.

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Why does my Bo smell like onions all of a sudden?

Foods such as garlic, onions, cumin, and curry can also cause changes in body odor. The sulfur-like compounds that the body releases as it breaks down these foods can react with the sweat on the skin, producing body odor that may be different than a person's natural scent.

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Why do I feel like I can smell someone?

Phantosmia may be caused by a head injury or upper respiratory infection. It can also be caused by aging, trauma, temporal lobe seizures, inflamed sinuses, brain tumors, certain medications and Parkinson's disease. Phantosmia can also result from COVID-19 infection.

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Can other people smell my discharge?

It's totally normal for healthy girls and women to have a unique odor. Many women become concerned that other people can detect the odor around their vulva and vagina. In reality, women are most sensitive to their own odor, and it's very unlikely that others who don't have intimate contact with them can smell it.

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What does BV smell like?

Bacterial vaginitis (BV) can produce a fishy odor that is also accompanied by increased vaginal discharge, irritation, burning and sometimes itching. It is caused by an overgrowth of anaerobic bacteria that disrupts the balance of healthy bacteria that live within the vagina.

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How can I get rid of fishy odor?

According to Odors Away, baking something sweet, like cookies or the perfect dessert to complement your fish entree, can replace the fishy smell with something new—and much more pleasant.

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What are signs of postpartum infection?

Other signs of a postpartum infection include:
  • Soreness, tenderness, or swelling of the belly or abdomen.
  • Chills.
  • Pain while urinating or during sex.
  • Abnormal vaginal discharge that has a bad smell or blood in it.
  • A general feeling of discomfort or unwellness.
  • Headache.

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How long do you bleed after birth?

Most women will stop bleeding between four and six weeks after giving birth. Some women may bleed for longer or shorter than this.

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What are the 3 types of lochia?

You'll go through three postpartum bleeding stages: lochia rubra, lochia serosa and lochia alba.

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