Author: Dr. Joan Chika

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Read more about the article Why Does My Vagina Smell Fishy?
A fishy vaginal smell can be linked to BV or another cause that needs medical attention.
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Why Does My Vagina Smell Fishy?

Written by: Abiola JohnsonMedically reviewed by: Dr. Joan ChikaReviewed on: April 3, 2026 A strong fishy vaginal smell usually means something is off. As WomensHealth.gov explains in its bacterial vaginosis overview, bacterial vaginosis…

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April 3, 2026
Read more about the article What Causes Vaginal Discharge and When Is It Abnormal?
Vaginal discharge can be normal or abnormal depending on its color, smell, texture, and associated symptoms.
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What Causes Vaginal Discharge and When Is It Abnormal?

Written by: Abiola JohnsonReviewed by: Dr. Joan ChikaMedically reviewed: March 25, 2026 Vaginal discharge is normal in many cases. It is one of the ways the vagina keeps itself clean,…

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March 25, 2026
Read more about the article Yeast Infection vs BV vs STI: How to Tell the Difference
Vaginal symptoms can overlap, so it’s important to understand the differences between yeast infection, BV, and some STIs.
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Yeast Infection vs BV vs STI: How to Tell the Difference

Written by: Abiola JohnsonReviewed by: Dr. Joan ChikaMedically reviewed: March 24, 2026 Not every vaginal symptom means the same thing. If you have itching, unusual discharge, burning, or odor, the…

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March 24, 2026
Read more about the article Bacterial Vaginosis: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment, and Prevention
Bacterial vaginosis is caused by an imbalance in normal vaginal bacteria and often presents with thin white or gray discharge and a fishy odor.
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Bacterial Vaginosis: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment, and Prevention

Written by: Abiola JohnsonReviewed by: Dr. Joan ChikaMedically reviewed: March 22, 2026 Bacterial vaginosis, often called BV, is a common vaginal condition caused by an imbalance in the normal bacteria…

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March 22, 2026