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Q: Sour smell from vagina: yeast or vaginal infection?

asked by: DoctorQuestion on February 4th, 2007

I have a sour smell coming from my vagina. It appears as well that there are fumes. I have never had this happen before. I have had a new sexual partener recently. What could it be? Is it possible that I have a yeast infection? Should I try over-the-counter meds first? I do not have a regular doctor because I have no insurance.

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Dr. Nikola Gjuzelov , MD

replied on February 12th, 2007

Sexual Health - Women Answer A2320

Given only the symptoms you report with no mention of vaginal discharge (“sour smell and fumes coming from your vagina”)... it is hard to say if you are experiencing a vaginal infection, or not. Vaginal discharge (fluor vaginale) is the major sign of most vaginal infections (colpitis). You can’t start any treatment without a correct diagnosis so you can visit a gynecologist for an examination.

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