4 Major Reasons Why You Have Vaginal Odor - And How to Get Rid of Them Stunningly Fast

Odor, or malodor, has always been linked to hygienic practices, or the lack thereof. An unfavorable stench emerging from between a woman's legs is enough to make people around her, and even her intimate partner run the opposite direction.

The sad part is not many women are aware of the malodor coming from their privates. Others are led on by the idea that such odor is but normal, and that everyone has it. While malodor may be accounted for by certain factors, it does not mean it's normal and should be ignored.

Understanding the causes of a stink down there is the first step to providing means to take out the awful odor. We have come up with the 4 major causes of vaginal stinking, and what you can do about them.

Sloppy hygiene. No matter how many times they shower, some women simply fail to wash their intimate parts, thinking that it's supposed to be left like that. The basic step to a clean and odor-free vagina is cleanliness. Washing with soap and water is absolutely essential. It rids the genitals of sweat and secretions which keep the area moist, thus conducive for bacterial growth. It is the bacteria that cause the stench.

Menstrual period. There is a change in hormonal balance every time a woman's period arrives, or before it does. The acidity of the vagina changes, and there are more secretions than usual. When the red flag is up, the blood makes the perfect medium for bacterial growth. This is why the stench is excessive on these days.

To avoid the embarrassing malodor caused by blood and secretions, change your tampons and pads as soon as they are soiled. Make sure you wash well before a change. Better spend on these disposable things than risk your reputation.

Sweat between the thighs and in the groin. Women sweat too, and because the female genitals are so hidden between the legs, the sweat reacts with the normal moisture and becomes bacteria-laden after a while. It follows the same concept as with body odor from the underarms and the like.

Also, too much pubic hair can cause more sweating, thus more odor. If you feel that you stink down there whenever you perspire, try applying cornstarch after a wash. It absorbs sweat without omitting odor. Also, trim the bush so it's not too "crowded" there.

It's a sign of infection. Most vaginal infections cause secretions with distinct malodor. For women with a yeast infection, the odor is beer-like or cheesy. For bacterial infections, the odor is fishy and very offensive. Some sexually-transmitted infections give a woman malodor too.

If you are liberated and sexually active, it is best of use a condom to protect yourself from possible STDs. The cheesy odor caused by yeast will disappear if the primary cause of the fungal infestation is eliminated.

So here are the major reasons why your down-there sometimes stinks. If you feel it's not any of these four, feel free to contact your gynecologist. There are tests you can undergo to determine the real cause of the stench.