Why does my vagina smell like garlic?

The health condition of the human body often sends warnings to people through some surface phenomena of the body. For example, body odor, skin allergies, abnormal secretions, etc., can to a certain extent predict the health of the body. Therefore, we should not be careless about such problems. For example, women often have bad genital odor. What is the reason for the garlic smell in the vagina? It is actually also a manifestation of disease symptoms. Let us analyze it together.

Leucorrhea is a general term for vaginal secretions, which are fluids discharged and exuded from the fallopian tubes, uterus, cervix and vagina. Its main components are exudates from the vaginal epithelium, secretions from the endometrium and cervical glands, secretions from the fallopian tube endometrial epithelium, as well as exfoliated epithelial cells and a small amount of white blood cells and microorganisms. In a normal vagina, there may be a small amount of white, paste-like, odorless or slightly fishy leucorrhea. Normally, the amount of estrogen varies with age and menstrual cycle. In adulthood, during the middle of the menstrual cycle, close to ovulation, estrogen levels reach a peak, at which time the amount of leucorrhea is the largest, and it is clear, transparent and thin, like egg white. Thereafter, estrogen levels gradually decrease, and the leucorrhea becomes turbid, sticky and less in quantity. Before and after menstruation, the amount of leucorrhea may increase slightly. During pregnancy, due to high estrogen levels, leucorrhea often increases. In addition, when sexually excited, the amount of leucorrhea increases significantly and the texture becomes thinner, which serves to lubricate and protect the vagina during sexual intercourse.

However, under pathological conditions, the amount and properties of leucorrhea will change. Women can observe the changes in leucorrhea and seek timely diagnosis and treatment to prevent problems before they occur. The following are common causes of vaginal odor.

1. Trichomonas vaginalis infection

This infection can easily cause an increase in vaginal discharge, accompanied by a foul odor, and itching of the genitals. It is generally believed that this infection is a type of sexually transmitted disease, which can easily be transmitted between sexual partners. It will cause an odor in the vagina. During treatment, the sexual partner must be treated at the same time to prevent cross-infection and achieve a complete cure.

2. Bacterial vaginosis

Bacterial vaginosis is one of the most common vaginal infections in women of childbearing age. It is a syndrome caused by multiple pathogens, mainly anaerobic bacteria, without any signs of vaginal mucosal inflammation. The main symptoms are increased vaginal discharge accompanied by a fishy odor. In the past, this disease was considered to be a nonspecific vaginitis or Gartner's vaginitis, but because this disease has no signs of vaginal inflammation and the changes in vaginal discharge are very obvious, it is called bacterial vaginosis. Clue cells can be found in the leucorrhea smear, the pH value of the vaginal fluid increases to above 4.5, and a positive amine test is its characteristic change.

3. Not paying attention to hygiene

Some women do not pay attention to the cleanliness of their vulva, especially during menstrual hygiene, or they do not clean before sexual intercourse, failing to ensure the cleanliness of both parties, which will lead to unclean sexual life. Due to unhygienic conditions, the vagina may be infected with bacteria, causing odor. Therefore, female friends must pay attention to personal hygiene in daily life.

The above is the general analysis and explanation of the problem of vaginal odor in women. After understanding the cause of vaginal odor, you should not only take timely treatment, but also change bad living habits and hygiene habits in daily life. Only in this way can your body return to normal and you can become a fresh woman.