VAGINAL ODOR

The vagina’s normal pH level ranges from 3.5 to 4.5. In these conditions, beneficial bacteria keep any odor-causing bacteria to a minimum. If bad (pathogenic) bacteria grow in number, however, the beneficial bacteria may struggle to keep up. This elevates the pH level and often results in feelings of discomfort and a “fishy” vaginal odor. If the pH level is elevated for too long, a bacterial vaginosis (BV) infection could develop.

The odor itself stems from odor-causing bacteria thriving off glucose that is naturally present in the vagina. The sugars are metabolized and turned into amines, which release an unpleasant smell. A similar process occurs with the odors associated with sweat and menstruation. In those cases, sweat and menstrual fluid both feature a high pH level which draws in the odor-causing bacteria.

What It Is: Vaginal odor is an unpleasant scent from the vagina. When the odor results from imbalances in pH levels or a bacterial vaginosis (BV) infection, a “fishy” vaginal odor is typically present. An odor that is yeastier in nature (similar to that of bread or beer in smell) often indicates a yeast infection, especially when it is combined with a white discharge.

How to Get Rid of Vaginal Odor: Vaginal odor is often the result of a pH imbalance in the vagina, so restoring that balance is a critical part of vaginal odor treatment. Taking vaginal probiotics like Pro-Fem helps to get your pH back to healthy levels and reduce the number of odor-causing bacteria present in the vagina. If other symptoms lead you to believe you may have a vaginal infection, seek treatment from a medical professional.

How to Prevent Vaginal Odor: Probiotics don’t have to be taken only when you are experiencing feminine odor. Taking Pro-Fem regularly is clinically proven to help maintain healthy vaginal pH levels on a daily basis, ensuring that an unpleasant odor is less likely to develop.

Restoring healthy pH levels is critical to treating most cases of vaginal odor. Taking Pro-Fem will help to balance the bacteria levels and pH in the vagina and begin eliminating the odor within weeks. If the odor persists, it may be a sign of bacterial vaginosis (BV) or a yeast infection, so see a medical professional to get a diagnosis and treatment plan.