Good day! Over the past few months I have noticed a dramatic change in the way my vagina operates. First, I have a new boyfriend and when we originally started having sex, we always wore condoms, obviously to err on the safe side to avoid an unwanted pregnancy. Recently, we have decided to go without them, which was fine for some time. Then I began to notice that I got yeast infections and vaginal trichomoniasis more, which lead to my first visit to the doctor. After giving us both the clear of any harmful STDs, she informed us that some women may just be naturally “allergic” to her partner, which can increase the frequency of vaginal infections and smells. Until we’re ready to have children, she advised that we always use condoms when having sex. I was fine with that, but recently I noticed that even with the condoms and the constant cleanliness I’m still getting smells and infections. It’s really frustrating and embarrassing for the both of us and I’m really at my wits end. I’ve tried every method I can think of to prevent the constant smells; numerous frantic trips to the doctor, medications, douching and changes in my diet, opting for oral instead of vaginal intercourse and nothing has seemed to work. My boyfriend and I haven’t had sex for nearly two weeks for fear of another infection, which ended up occurring anyway.
It then occurred to me that the problem may be stress. Until earlier this year I have always worked an easy, laid back job as a personal trainer and swim instructor. The economy has forced me to seek a higher paying government job (in a military faction, no less) that requires my attention in excess of 8 hours a day. I also go to school full-time, which builds on the pressure of my new job. I’m barely getting 7 hours of sleep a night and have noticed a decrease in my physical activity. Last week I got a break and finally went on a vacation and that’s when I noticed the smells had stopped. Going back to work last week confirmed my suspicions when the odor returned. Plus, I didn’t notice any smell or discharge during the weekend when my boyfriend and I have “down time”.
Any advice on how to manage my vagina’s “stress” level? I really don’t want to, but if it’s going to be affecting my health like this, should I quit my job?
It then occurred to me that the problem may be stress. Until earlier this year I have always worked an easy, laid back job as a personal trainer and swim instructor. The economy has forced me to seek a higher paying government job (in a military faction, no less) that requires my attention in excess of 8 hours a day. I also go to school full-time, which builds on the pressure of my new job. I’m barely getting 7 hours of sleep a night and have noticed a decrease in my physical activity. Last week I got a break and finally went on a vacation and that’s when I noticed the smells had stopped. Going back to work last week confirmed my suspicions when the odor returned. Plus, I didn’t notice any smell or discharge during the weekend when my boyfriend and I have “down time”.
Any advice on how to manage my vagina’s “stress” level? I really don’t want to, but if it’s going to be affecting my health like this, should I quit my job?
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Hi hon! You PARTLY right! Stress causes a breakdown in our immune systems - leading us to having more infections and our natural defences are down! Also when we are stressed, we tend to eat poorly - like eating Chocolate or Carbs etc. Your doctor is right about women whom are sexually active and have had 1 yeast infection will get them quite often!!! So she ruled out Vaginitis? This is the first thing I thought of!
NEVER douche! It takes away your good bacteria! The best thing to do is start taking Acidopholus! Either by Probiotic Yogurt, or by pills! This attacks the yeast/candida! We ALL have yeast in our bodies, and sugars, carbs, irritation, sexual activity etc. Makes it grow and grow! And thus the constant infections. Another thing to do is take the longest medications you can. Don't take 3 or 5 days Monistats, take 7 day! And FINISH the entire dosage! A lot of us stop taking the meds when we see no more signs! That doesn't mean that yeast isn't still rampant! It just take a short amount of time for it to come back! So start with the Acidopholus, and do 1 weeks worth of suppositories! ALSO DON'T use scented products in that area! Wash with non soap, unscented wash - such as Spectrogel etc. Use unscented laundry detergent, and wear loose cotton underwear! If you wear tight clothes you will start the process over and over again! This is why I think you dont "smell" when you were on vacation or "down time" You are probably wearing looser clothes, not Panythose etc.
So keep EVERYTHING simple and non perfumed and follow the doses and you should be TOTALLY fine within the week! IF this keeps on I would really like you to get tested for Vaginitis! But I think you should be fine!
Hope this helps! Good luck and health!
NEVER douche! It takes away your good bacteria! The best thing to do is start taking Acidopholus! Either by Probiotic Yogurt, or by pills! This attacks the yeast/candida! We ALL have yeast in our bodies, and sugars, carbs, irritation, sexual activity etc. Makes it grow and grow! And thus the constant infections. Another thing to do is take the longest medications you can. Don't take 3 or 5 days Monistats, take 7 day! And FINISH the entire dosage! A lot of us stop taking the meds when we see no more signs! That doesn't mean that yeast isn't still rampant! It just take a short amount of time for it to come back! So start with the Acidopholus, and do 1 weeks worth of suppositories! ALSO DON'T use scented products in that area! Wash with non soap, unscented wash - such as Spectrogel etc. Use unscented laundry detergent, and wear loose cotton underwear! If you wear tight clothes you will start the process over and over again! This is why I think you dont "smell" when you were on vacation or "down time" You are probably wearing looser clothes, not Panythose etc.
So keep EVERYTHING simple and non perfumed and follow the doses and you should be TOTALLY fine within the week! IF this keeps on I would really like you to get tested for Vaginitis! But I think you should be fine!
Hope this helps! Good luck and health!
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Hi there. This is the same thing that I was asking myself very often. I practice a really good hygiene, I take care of my body, I go very often to the gynecologist, but yes, like every other woman I am struggling with vaginal odor. So, I did some small research. Generally, stress can't cause strange odor smell, but on the other hand, stress is the cause for so many things, so for sure, it can change PH inside of your vagina. It can cause your immunity to get weak and stress can lead to a slightly increased intensity of vagina smell.I know that it is not possible to live healthy all the time, avoiding stress, because stress is the way how we live, but we should try, As you can see, it happens to everyone.
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Iam 43 as long as iam not having sex I don't have a odor but soon as I start having sex then I starting having a odor that sometimes make me sick to my stomach.
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look up Boric Acid and vaginal odor. I found a great recipe online and got my ingredients on Amazon. There are also pre-made pills you can buy. Anyway, you insert one a night until the odor goes away (only 1 night for me) and no pain!! Just looked this up because I forgot, but remembered so thought I’d share. Great remedy!
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