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I think the cause is the increase sweating and decrease in sex drive/ability is the give away because no one wants to put “stinky vagina” as a side effect...
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I also wanted to include sertraline causes smelly vagina in this post, as Zoloft is also referred to as Sertraline.
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Sometimes it can mean urine infection best to get test from docs they can be sure 

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I’ve been on Zoloft for a year now and I now shower morning and night because of the smell. It’s quite awful. I have decreased my dose from 50mg to 25mg in hope the smell will ease.
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I stopped taking Zoloft for the same reason. My urine had a foul smell. I started taking it again three days ago and again my itinerary smells weird. Not normal. My doctor said it can’t be that, but I know my body and it is
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Yes sometimes i think my vagina smells like onions. This didn't occur to me before i think... Is this from Zoloft? And it has nothing to do with personal hygiene
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Yes sometimes i think my vagina smells like onions. This didn't occur to me before i think... Is this from Zoloft? And it has nothing to do with personal hygiene
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Yes sometimes i think my vagina smells like onions. This didn't occur to me before i think... Is this from Zoloft? And it has nothing to do with personal hygiene
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Onions mine . I didn't have that in the past. Is it from the medicine?
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f*** you! her mental health is more important
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Wow! Dealing with this now! The smell is gross and I feel so ashamed of it. I need to stop this medication asap. I seriously thought I was losing my mind.
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I’m so glad other people relate, I’ve only been on it about a week and noticed a STRONG musty smell, not fishy but how I imagine men’s balls smell after not showering for a year. My doctor is gonna think I’m crazy.
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Me too!!! And super sweaty and smelly feet!
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What are you guys switching to? I noticed this as well...week 2 for me ...what did you switch to that works but doesn't cause this?
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It is not common for Zoloft (sertraline) to cause a bad smell in the vaginal area. Vaginal odor can be caused by a variety of factors such as bacterial vaginosis, yeast infections, or other infections. It is important to see a healthcare provider to determine the underlying cause of the odor.

In the meantime, you can try some home remedies to help alleviate the odor, such as:

  1. Practice good hygiene: Keep the vaginal area clean and dry, and avoid using scented products or douches.

  2. Wear breathable clothing: Wear cotton underwear and avoid tight-fitting clothing that can trap moisture.

  3. Use probiotics: Taking probiotics or eating foods that contain probiotics such as yogurt can help promote a healthy balance of bacteria in the vagina.

  4. Avoid irritants: Avoid using products that may irritate the vaginal area, such as harsh soaps, perfumes, or bubble baths.

Hope this helps!

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