Home Venereology Causes of urine smell on panties in women
17.11.2019
In a healthy woman, the vaginal glands regularly produce secretions - mucus with a specific odor that usually does not cause disgust. When the hormonal balance changes during certain phases of the cycle, an unusual smell of urine from the vagina may appear, as well as other aromas that may indicate both normality and pathology.
Many women do not immediately go to the gynecologist after discovering an unpleasant odor from the vagina. They try to solve the problem without the help of a specialist, turning to traditional medicine. Sometimes the problem goes away on its own, but more often the situation gets worse. Only an examination will be able to determine which microorganisms caused such noticeable changes in the microflora.
Discharge with the smell of urine or any other strong shade disturbs a woman not only in her intimate life. Being in society, she is constantly in tension about whether those around her have sensed that she smells bad. As a result, living in constant anxiety becomes unbearable. And then the best solution would be to visit a gynecologist.
Causes
Copious and sudden discharge with the smell of urine in women appears for some reason. By the way, the intimate area can smell quite differently. We'll talk about this below. Often these are signs of an inflammatory disease or other pathology that requires the participation of a specialist.
Below we will look at the factors due to which a woman may find that her vagina smells like urine or something else unpleasant.
Neglect of hygiene of the external genitalia. A woman does not follow the basic rule of self-care, which states: you need to wash your face at least twice a day, in the morning and before bed. During menstruation, pads should be changed every 3-4 hours, regardless of whether they are full or not.
Panty liners are changed every time you go to the toilet. After urinating, you should carefully blot your external genitalia with toilet paper. The causes of urine-smelling discharge in women are quite simple. Sometimes drops of urine remaining on the pad or underwear mix with mucus and thin out this unpleasant aroma.
Poor hygiene after sexual intercourse. It is very important to wash yourself both before and after sexual intercourse. Thanks to this, bacteria from the external genitalia will not enter the vagina and the balance of microflora will not be disturbed.
Douching. You should not irrigate the vagina too often with various solutions or herbal decoctions. Firstly, the mucous membrane dries out and its barrier function is impaired. Secondly, by doing so you wash away the beneficial flora, making room for pathogens.
Yellow discharge in women with the smell of urine or some other unusual aroma does not always indicate pathology. So, if you rely too much on garlic, then get ready for the fact that many body fluids will have a corresponding amber. If your food contains a lot of sweet fruits and carbohydrate foods, the discharge will have a sweetish odor.
Yellow discharge in women with the smell of urine may be the body's reaction to stressful situations. Most often, this pathology is detected in those patients who are obese. This happens because a portion of urine can leak from the bladder into the vagina when intra-abdominal pressure increases. The cause may be physical activity, laughter and nervous tension.
Menstruation
During scheduled bleeding, the discharge may also smell something different than before. This happens because:
- local immunity decreases due to hormonal imbalance;
- bloody discharge, by its nature, creates favorable conditions for the development of microbes;
- a strong odor usually appears if a woman does not change pads or tampons on time.
Intimate aroma - what is it?
First of all, it is worth noting that most women, for some unknown reason, are embarrassed by their own intimate smell, even when there is no reason for this. Why is this happening?
The fact is that many ladies have a misconception about the normal female scent of intimacy. Having read glossy women's magazines, watched enough TV, listened to a beautician's advice that between girls' legs there should be a scent of flowers, they seriously believe it! It is curious that ladies are trying their best to correspond to this incomprehensible stereotype, without even realizing that the native smell of intimacy should not resemble a bouquet of fresh roses!
Remember, all kinds of advertising of intimate cosmetics have nothing to do with the fragrant smell of a fragrant vagina! A woman simply physically cannot bloom and smell all the time.
Pregnancy
Often, pregnant women complain that they have discharge with the smell of urine, fish and other unpleasant components that are detected by the sense of smell.
The reasons may be the following:
- hormonal changes that always accompany a healthy pregnancy;
- distortion of the perception of surrounding odors, so the discharge may actually smell normal;
- due to the suppression of the immune system, many pathogenic bacteria behave more actively, so the smell of the discharge becomes different;
- during periods of exacerbation of chronic diseases, which often happens during pregnancy, the discharge also smells unpleasant.
If a woman has discharge with the smell of urine, the causes of which are known, but there is a pregnancy, the gynecologist will definitely pay close attention to the problem in order to minimize the risk to the fetus.
BabyGirl81
There is a new push on the phone. I swipe the screen and read the message: “Goddess, excuse me... Can I be your obedient slave and kiss your feet?”
I open my profile. There is an advertisement on the wall for the purchase of “fragrant panties.” The guy is ready to buy them for a thousand rubles. I google “sell dirty panties” and see several articles about unusual ways to make money.
I try to come from the other side - “sell used pants”. On the first page I find a site with the domain Panty.com. This is one of the largest marketplaces for selling used underwear in Europe. About 120,000 people visit it monthly. More popular sites like pantydeal.com or snifffr.com are aimed at the American market, but they all work on the same principle.
To see products, you need to register. At the very beginning, the service requires you to decide on the role: buyer or seller. For the latter, the site is free.
Prices for briefs and socks start at $10, and for sportswear and shoes - at $20. You can also buy licked lollipops, pieces of pubic hair, nails and other goods here.
On a fetish site, girls try not to put a photo of their face on their avatar. Rather, these are lips, body parts or a defiant silhouette. Sellers try to tell as much about themselves as possible in their profile. Things that have a history behind them (for example, were worn during sex or training) are valued much more.
A few minutes after registration, BabyGirl_81 wrote to me and offered to evaluate her products.
Sellers have a separate list of new buyers. To write to them, the user must have a premium account. “Thousands of customers are waiting for your supported panties. For only $19.95"? - shouts the pop-up banner.
Such marketplaces make money in two ways: through premium accounts or transaction commissions. The main income comes from commission.
“Panty.com was created two years ago,” Elsa Angulo, one of the company’s employees, told The Secret of the Company. — It all started after our founder decided to transfer the US experience to the European market. Today the site has 13,000 registered users from all over the world. Of these there are more sellers, but this is a normal trend.
We do not allow nude photos or non-fetish related items. If we talk about users, these are people who liberate their sexuality.”
There is actually nudity on Panty.com. Erotic photos of users are available for an additional fee. You can also pay by video, chat or Skype with any of the sellers.
Many of the girls I wanted to talk to demanded money for our communication. Others refused for fear of exposure. But those with whom I was able to talk said that they had been on the site for about a month and had already received from $150 to $200. One of the heroines decided to help the children save up for a vacation in this way, and the other decided to pay for their studies.
In children
For children, the norm is the absence of unpleasant odors - the genitals of girls should not smell like something sharp and repulsive. If it so happened that the parents saw discharge on their underwear with the smell of urine, fish, and felt some sour shades by smell, then the reasons may be the following:
- reaction to products for the care of the perineal area - soap, diaper rash cream, wet wipes;
- hormonal imbalances, although this phenomenon is rare;
- violation of hygiene rules;
- infection with worms;
- after one year of age, for experimental purposes, children may accidentally insert an object into the vagina, to which the mucous membrane will react with an increase in discharge;
- decreased immunity;
- the presence of inflammatory processes due to visiting swimming pools, beaches and other public places.
Things smell damp after washing: what to do?
Soaking laundry in vinegar helps get rid of unpleasant odors.
If your clothes smell damp after washing, you can try to correct the situation. To do this, soak it in a vinegar solution and leave it to act. Then rinse by hand and dry outside. As a last resort, a well-ventilated balcony or loggia will do. As a result, the problem of things smelling damp after washing has been temporarily solved.
Diseases
Discharge with the smell of urine in women, if you have ruled out errors in caring for the intimate area, indicates a disease. The presence of other pronounced symptoms will not allow you to doubt this.
Candidiasis. A fungal infection accompanied by a cheesy white discharge. Popularly called thrush. With this disease, patients complain of a sour odor from the genital tract.
Dysbacteriosis. When the microflora of the vagina is disturbed, when the balance between opportunistic and beneficial bacteria is shaken, discharge appears. The culprit is weakened local or general immunity, plus other conditions favorable to microbes.
It is worth noting that the smell can be described in different ways. So, for some it will be the smell of urine from the vagina, while others will smell acetone or fish, even the smell of onions. The line is very thin and depends on the sensitivity of smell and the presence of certain opportunistic microorganisms.
A disease such as vulvovaginitis is very common, especially in girls. In this case, the inflammation affects the vagina and external genitalia. The cause of unpleasant sensations is STDs (chlamydia, myco- and ureplasma, gonococcus or trichomonas), as well as opportunistic microbes.
If you notice the smell of acetone, you should be tested for diabetes. Ketones accumulate in the body and are excreted along with secretions and other fluids. If your vagina smells like urine and acetone, you should consult a doctor and conduct a comprehensive examination.
Acetone syndrome can appear not only due to diabetes. Here are a few more factors that cause an unpleasant odor:
- the woman drinks little clean water;
- there is an excess of protein in the diet;
- metabolism is impaired;
- there may be a hidden disease of the urinary system in the body.
The predominance of a metallic odor in the discharge is always noticeable during bleeding. This phenomenon is typical during menstruation, as well as if a woman is diagnosed with erosion. After mechanical impact - examination or sexual intercourse - brown mucus may appear. When the microflora changes in the vagina, the smell of semen may appear.
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Table of contents
“There used to be such a site - btorg.ru (bulletin board, stopped working at the end of 2022. - Note from The Secret). On it you could buy and sell furniture, equipment, animals, plants, etc. There was also a dating section. There I saw advertisements for the sale of socks. It was 2015. Most girls sent their underwear by mail. It didn't suit me. I wanted a personal meeting, because this way the smell of the laundry remains young and fresh. In the end, I agreed with one of the sellers. We went into a cafe, she took off her socks and received money from me. Then I paid about a thousand rubles.”
Alyosha is not the only one who is willing to pay for used socks. There are dozens of fan groups and sites all over the world with advertisements for the sale of used underwear. The price can reach tens of thousands of rubles. It all depends on the condition of the product: how many days it was worn, whether there is discharge on it, or what stories are behind the product.
I tried to figure out how the fetish market works, why people buy used lingerie, and whether it’s easy to make money from it.
Treatment
Treatment will be prescribed only after a full examination and finding out why greenish, gray or yellow discharge suddenly appeared in women with the smell of urine or other unpleasant, pungent odor.
A smear on flora and infections and other tests prescribed by the doctor will clarify the picture. Local therapy is often prescribed. These are vaginal suppositories with antifungal, anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. Below we will consider the most well-known drugs that allow you to cope with gynecological ailments.
- Gynoflor. Thanks to the action of this drug, the vaginal microflora, disturbed as a result of dysbacteriosis, is normalized.
- Fluomizin. This medicine is antibacterial and comes in the form of suppositories or tablets that need to be inserted into the vagina. The active substance allows you to quickly deal with many types of fungi and bacteria.
- Clindacin. This drug is effective in case of bacterial infection due to its pronounced bacteriostatic effect. But it has no effect on fungal infections.
- Terzhinan. This is a broad-spectrum remedy, so it can be used to defeat both bacterial and fungal infections of the vaginal mucosa.
- Iodoxide. This local antiseptic copes with bacterial vaginosis. It can also be used during monthly bleeding.
- Lomexin. The drug successfully fights candida fungi, so it is easy to cope with the symptoms of thrush.
The form of the drug in the form of suppositories is one of the most successful, since they are convenient to use and they have a local effect exactly where needed. The rest of the body's systems are not involved, so there is no overload.
Discharge with the smell of urine in women and other unpleasant odors requires complex treatment. In addition to medications, it is important to follow the following rules:
- underwear should be made of cotton and not exert excessive pressure;
- It is advisable to change panties in the morning and evening;
- for washing it is better to use a special intimate hygiene product with lactic acid;
- You need to wash yourself regularly in the morning and evening.
Correctly selected treatment will help get rid of the problem. Follow your doctor's recommendations and then unpleasant vaginal odor will not ruin your life.
Unpleasant urine odor in women often appears during the development of serious diseases. The sooner the cause of what is happening is identified, the greater the chances of a quick successful cure. The problem can arise at any age, so every woman needs to remember the basic reasons why urine began to change.
No intimacy
There are dozens of communities on VKontakte dedicated to different types of fetishism. The most common of them is foot fetishism.
One user wrote that her feet smelled like “freshly cut grass and earth.” This post received hundreds of likes and dozens of enthusiastic comments.
“Most of my clients are IT specialists,” says Polina Bentchen. She has been into foot fetish since 2009 and runs a foot fan group on VKontakte.
“My boyfriend was turned on women’s legs, and I gradually became involved. I started running a public page and telling people about fetishism. Over time, I gained fans. They asked me to send pictures of my feet, sell socks, or just touch my feet with their lips.”
Polina also conducts foot fetish sessions. She meets with a client and allows her to caress her legs. Usually it lasts an hour and a half and costs from 4,000 rubles.
“Some said: “Can I cover myself with cardboard?” or “I’ll put it in the bag.” No. I immediately warn you that the session takes place without any intimacy.
I choose my clients carefully. Before the meeting, the man must fill out a questionnaire. Tell us about yourself and your desires. Some people ask not to wash their feet for a week, others ask to wear nylon socks, and still others like stylized sessions. One of the clients dreamed of an Indian goddess and belly dancing. I also remember that I had to transform into an alien. Of course, such meetings will cost more.”
Polina has regular clients who fly to her from other countries. These are mainly men from 18 to 40 years old who have problems communicating with girls.
Her parents and friends know about Polina’s hobby: “Mom often reads comments in my group and laughs. I suggest she also become a foot fetish model. She has very beautiful legs. But dad probably won’t understand us.”
“Now there are dozens of schoolgirls who just want to make money from this. They don’t get any pleasure and treat fetishism like work,” she shares.
It's very easy to start selling personal items. It does not require any investment. You just need to create a page on VKontakte, post photos and leave messages in fetish groups. Clients will find you themselves.
“A guy helps me sell, so I split the income with him: 30% for him, I take the rest,” one of the girls shares with me. — In two months I received more than 10,000, despite the fact that there was not much work at all. Although it takes a lot of time.”
Safe reasons for appearance
Sometimes a change in the smell of urine in women indicates the influence of factors not related to diseases. Among them are:
- Long-term therapy using antibacterial drugs, as well as B vitamins. In this situation, the urine smells bad of medicine. After the treatment is completed, her aroma will be restored.
- If a woman’s diet includes onions, garlic, coriander seeds or horseradish in large quantities, then the urine acquires a corresponding smell. For similar reasons, urine may smell like roasted seeds or smoked meat. At the same time, it remains yellow in color and has a normal consistency.
- A specific smell of urine is detected in women with age. It is caused by hormonal changes occurring in the body. For the same reason, a similar symptom may appear during pregnancy or menstruation.
- The aroma can also change if proper hygiene of the genital organs is violated.
- Often the cause of stink is a protein diet. A large amount of this product on the menu leads to problems with the liver. If such a problem is detected, you must immediately return to a nutritious diet.
- If urine only smells in the morning, this may indicate dehydration at night. Untimely emptying of the bladder will result in a similar problem. Sometimes this causes a bacterial infection to spread.
Normally, the repulsive odor disappears a day after the cause of its appearance is eliminated. Otherwise, you must undergo a medical examination.
Reasons for the appearance of repulsive odors
A change in the smell of urine indicates the development of dangerous diseases, as evidenced by the results of numerous studies. A specific diagnosis can be determined based on the aroma notes that will predominate in the biological material.
Sour smell
The key reason for a woman to develop a sour odor from urine is exposure to a yeast-like fungus. A similar symptom is accompanied by candidiasis, candidal urethritis and other problems. Other signs also appear:
- Cloudy yellow urine.
- White discharge appears from the vagina. They have a cheesy structure.
- Severe itching of the genitals begins to plague.
- A whitish coating appears on the labia and mucous surfaces of the vagina.
It will be possible to eliminate the sour smell of urine only after a course of therapy. Antimycotic suppositories and creams are used. In severe cases, tablets are prescribed. Drugs that restore normal vaginal microflora are also prescribed.
During treatment, the consumption of spices, mushrooms, confectionery, fatty and fried foods is prohibited. Vegetables, unsweetened fruits, cereals, seaweed and fresh herbs will help speed up the healing process.
What causes a fishy smell?
One of the most common reasons why urine smells strongly is diseases transmitted between sexual partners. The stench is reminiscent of rotten fish. The following sexually transmitted diseases are accompanied by this symptom:
- Trichomoniasis . The cause of its development was Trichomonas. The first signs of a problem appear four weeks after infection. Vaginal discharge changes. They become foamy and acquire an unpleasant aroma. The genitals swell and change color. There are painful sensations during sexual intercourse.
- Chlamydia . The disease appears after chlamydia penetrates the body. This occurs during vaginal or anal intercourse. The initial symptoms are discomfort when emptying the bladder. Unnatural vaginal discharge appears, often containing blood. The woman constantly feels discomfort in the lower abdomen.
- Ureaplasmosis . Damage to the genitourinary system by ureaplasma. The infection quickly spreads to the areas of the appendages and uterus. If treatment is not started in time, serious complications can develop, including infertility. Urolithiasis may occur.
- Mycoplasmosis . Becomes a consequence of infection of the genitals with mycoplasmas. This will result in the development of urethritis, bacterial vaginosis, pyelonephritis and other serious complications.
- Gonorrhea . It is diagnosed after gonococci enter the human body. In the emerging discharge, impurities of pus are found. There is pain when urinating. A woman suffers from itching and severe discomfort in the genital area.
In such situations, women will require a course of antibiotic therapy. At the same time, doctors prescribe medications that restore normal microflora in the vagina. Without proper treatment, the infection spreads throughout the entire urinary and reproductive system, resulting in serious complications.
Another cause of a pungent fishy odor is trimethylaminuria. This is a disease of a genetic nature in which there is no full regulation of the production of liver enzymes. More often than not, this problem is diagnosed at an early age, but sometimes it can appear much later. The only treatment method is taking adsorbent drugs, as well as following a diet with a low protein content.
The cause of unpleasant smell of urine in women is often a metabolic disorder. As a result, a huge amount of substances accumulate in the cells, leading to the appearance of a stench.
Appearance of ammonia notes
Ammonia compounds are present in the urine of every person. If it begins to smell much stronger, this indicates the development of one of the following diseases:
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The appearance of urine odor in women is a common problem, the causes of which are varied. Various factors can cause the formation of an unpleasant odor, from an inflammatory process to simple dehydration. It is important to understand in time what caused the change, so as not to ignore a dangerous disease or physiological deviation. Ways to eliminate urine odor in women, the causes of fishy odor and measures to prevent it are disclosed below.
Strong odor due to natural causes
The smell of urine is one of the natural aromas. However, in a healthy person who goes to the restroom on time, it practically does not occur. Urine with a pungent odor in the absence of pathologies or negative internal factors can only occur if a person has been holding back for a long time. For example, in the morning, after a long sleep, the liquid changes its smell to a more pronounced one. But how can anything cause a problem if it’s definitely not stagnant liquid?
A strange aroma in the area of the urinary system appears in both women and men. However, for representatives of the fairer sex it is more typical due to anatomical and physiological characteristics. The proximity of the genital organs to the excretory organs and the deep location of the urinary canal means that a repulsive odor can appear in just a few hours.
If the smell of urine has changed, first of all, it is worth checking whether this is caused by internal, non-pathogenic reasons. In a third of cases, the sweet smell of urine or rubber is the result of one of several minor factors:
- lack of personal hygiene;
- stale underwear;
- dehydration of the body;
- eating certain foods that increase urine and sweat odors;
- incontinence during sleep or stress.
All of these problems can be dealt with quickly and easily, but this does not mean that they do not need attention. It is important to find and eliminate the cause of the deviation.
Lack of hygiene is a common problem even in the 21st century. It can lead not only to the appearance of an unpleasant odor, but also to the development of infection or inflammation. Many women believe that to maintain healthy external genitalia and urinary organs, it is enough to take a shower once a day. But gynecologists recommend washing yourself twice a day: morning and evening. Bacteria multiply quite quickly, especially in places like the perineum . Within 24 hours, they can create a sour or sweet odor that is not easy to remove. Therefore, hygiene must be ensured every 12 hours.
Another common internal cause is lack of fluid in the body. With it, the concentration of urea in the urine increases. The discharge becomes more brightly colored, thicker, and has a pungent odor. Such changes may appear if you drink less than 1.5-2 liters of water per day.
The last internal factor that leads to the appearance of fishy aroma is the consumption of certain foods. This is not necessarily junk food (fatty foods or fast food). Even seemingly harmless products can cause problems:
- red meat (if consumed in excess);
- asparagus (the smell remains for 3-4 hours from the moment of consumption);
- onion and garlic.
Sweets, as well as honey, juices, carbonated drinks and any other food containing sugar can also increase the odor. Sugar is excreted along with urine, and a small part of it remains in the perineum area. This environment is favorable for the development of bacteria. Reproducing quickly, they secrete foul-smelling waste products. At the same time, a woman may not notice their activity, since in the early stages of development, bacterial colonies do not yet cause pain, discomfort and inflammation.
Only a specialist can find out exactly what the unpleasant odor means. If you cannot get rid of it on your own, resorting to personal hygiene and improving nutrition, you should definitely visit a doctor.
How to get rid of the problem when there is an unpleasant smell between the legs in women and men
An increase in the amount of sweat produced and the appearance of an unpleasant odor can occur in various parts of the human body, the intimate area is no exception.
The female body is most susceptible to this problem: there are many reasons why girls smell between their legs, which every representative of the fairer sex should know about in order to overcome the problem in time.
Increased sweating and the appearance of stench in the groin area can also occur in men, causing a large amount of physical discomfort.
Provoking factors
The causes of unpleasant odor can be divided into 2 groups:
- The first is formed by secondary reasons for the appearance of an unpleasant odor associated with an increase in the amount of sweat secreted.
- The second group is formed by the primary causes of unpleasant odor in the perineum. Sweat itself does not have a characteristic odor, but the resulting moist environment becomes optimal conditions for the active functioning of pathogenic microflora. It is the products of such vital activity that smell unpleasant.
Each group of provoking factors should be considered separately.
Increased sweating
The following factors can provoke an increase in the amount of sweat secreted and create an optimal moist environment for bacterial activity:
- endocrine diseases;
- excess body weight;
- diabetes;
- HIV;
- tuberculosis;
- wearing synthetic tight underwear;
- neglect of personal hygiene;
- the presence of a large amount of hair in the groin area, which interferes with normal skin breathing and heat regulation;
- pregnancy period.
If any of the provoking factors appear, you must consult a doctor and begin treatment.
Pathogenic microflora
After the formation of an optimal moist environment for bacteria, microorganisms begin their active life. This process is especially noticeable in the female body, since there are more than 100 types of bacteria in the vagina, which, in the absence of unfavorable conditions, create normal microflora:
- An unpleasant odor can be caused by sexually transmitted diseases that smell like fish. In conditions of increased sweating, such a symptom may manifest itself as chlamydia, the initial stages of the development of gonorrhea, and trichomoniasis.
- A constant damp environment in the groin can contribute to the development of candidiasis, which is accompanied by a strong sour aroma.
- Hyperhidrosis in the groin provokes an active growth of the population of pathogenic microflora, which, in turn, can cause inflammatory processes in the pelvic organs. Due to inflammation, a woman develops foul-smelling discharge.
- If you sweat heavily in the groin area, you need to carefully care for your underwear. Linen requires regular washing, rinsing and ironing. Otherwise, under the influence of sweat and detergent residues on the laundry, a bacterial imbalance is provoked. With such processes, the perineum begins to smell like fish.
- Beginning sexual activity can contribute to the development of a bacterial imbalance.
- Wearing tight underwear can cause increased sweating, irritation, and diaper rash. These ailments may be accompanied by a secondary infection, accompanied by suppuration and the appearance of ulcers. In advanced cases, skin affected in this way smells like fish.
- Insufficient hygiene in the intimate area can contribute to the appearance of ammonia ointment due to the presence of large amounts of urine residue on the genitals or underwear. The smell intensifies when a moist sweat environment forms in the groin area.
If an unpleasant odor appears in the groin area, you should seek help from a specialist as soon as possible, since such a symptom requires urgent treatment and normalizing the bacterial balance.
Due to sexually transmitted infections
The smell of urine often accompanies women infected with sexually transmitted infections. A sexually transmitted infection is characterized by a pungent, pungent, unpleasant odor of urine, the causes of which are very difficult to understand. Even after careful and repeated hygiene, it does not disappear. It happens not only after urination . In the case of sexually transmitted infections, the main factor why urine smells is the active proliferation of pathogenic bacteria . STDs are also characterized by a burning sensation when urinating and cloudy discharge. Rashes often appear.
You can eliminate smelly urine only by fighting off the infection. In the case of STDs, this is quite difficult: therapy takes a long time and requires an integrated approach. If the causes of unpleasant odor in urine are incorrectly identified by the doctor, a serious complication will certainly develop. Therefore, in this case, you cannot hesitate to visit a specialist, or turn to untested doctors.
To get rid of the fishy smell of urine if you suspect an STD, you will need to be tested for urethritis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia. It is these three diseases that are most often expressed through this symptom. Additional tests for less common infections may also be ordered.
Urethritis
Urethritis is one of the most common congestive infectious diseases. It causes a persistent chemical smell of urine, as well as other symptoms:
- pain when urinating;
- discharge of pus;
- redness of the external genitalia;
- itching during menstruation.
Also characteristic is cloudy urine, the specific odor of which intensifies every day. Urethritis is considered more common in men and is not dangerous for women. However, it causes a lot of inconvenience and requires treatment.
This disease is transmitted through sexual contact, but does not enter the active phase immediately. The development of pathology can be provoked by decreased immunity, poor nutrition, and mechanical barriers in the urethra.
Gonorrhea
The appearance of a fishy smell from urine is one of the main, although not specific, symptoms of gonorrhea. This STD is dangerous to the patient's health and can lead to infertility, fetal death or miscarriage, as well as menstrual irregularities. Gonorrhea begins to develop immediately after infection with it, even if the patient has a strong immune system. It affects not only the urinary canals, but also the fallopian tube. The symptoms of the disease are as follows:
The appearance of a fishy smell from urine is one of the main, although not specific, symptoms of gonorrhea.
- the appearance of mucous discharge with the smell of urine;
- smelly, purulent fluid that accumulates on the external genitalia and in the urine;
- pelvic pain;
- swelling in the perineum;
- severe itching.
At the first signs of gonorrhea, you should immediately consult a doctor.
Chlamydia and trichomoniasis
The smell of urine, coupled with an increase in body temperature, inflammation of the vagina and damage to the teeth and joints is one of the characteristic symptomatic pictures of chlamydia. This disease is caused by protozoan single-celled organisms. Similar single-celled organisms also provoke trichomoniasis. However, this disease is not expressed so clearly: the symptoms are limited to itching and burning of the genitals, as well as the pungent odor of urine in women.
Symptoms of chlamydia do not always appear immediately. The disease can go unnoticed for a long time. Only the smell of urine can indicate it in the early stages. Then joint damage and conjunctivitis gradually develop. Body temperature may rise to 38 degrees. Chlamydia eventually affects almost all systems of the body and poses a serious health hazard.
Trichomoniasis is not as dangerous, but can cause miscarriage. Both diseases take a long time and are difficult to treat, since the pathogens are integrated into the structure of the body’s cells.
Mycoplasmosis and ureaplasmosis
Mycoplasmas and ureaplasmas are opportunistic microorganisms that are dangerous only when the immune system is weakened. Symptoms of mycoplasmosis and ureaplasmosis:
- bright yellow urine with an unpleasant odor;
- pain during sexual intercourse;
- mucous discharge;
- frequent urge to go to the toilet.
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Mycoplasmosis and ureaplasmosis are particularly dangerous if they develop simultaneously with chlamydia. This infection can lead to infertility.
My husband smells my friend's underwear. How I solved the sniffer problem
We were sitting at the table with my old bosom friend, and did not notice how time flies. Meanwhile, my husband left the table a long time ago, probably decided to freshen up with some coffee in the kitchen. Photo by photographer: Ravil Nuriakhmetov
I collected the dirty dishes and went in search of him, at the same time I’ll grab a cake from the kitchen. I pass by the bathtub and through the slightly open door I see the phone screen glowing. I brought the dishes into the kitchen, by the way, I didn’t find my husband there, and decided to return to the bath. I turn on the light
, and there my husband is sitting on the edge of the bathroom, laying out my friend’s panties on the sink, smelling them and taking pictures.
The first moment a wave of anger rose in me
, her face flushed with shame for her husband and jealousy for her friend at the same time.
I extinguished the flaring flames of anger in time and decided to take a closer look at the situation; I’ll always have time to throw out my husband
.
And he got embarrassed
, pale all over, doesn’t know where to hide his eyes. I had to pretend that nothing had happened; on the contrary, I noted that blue panties with a white bow were the sexiest panties. I say, you should buy some of these for yourself, so as not to fall behind your fashionable friend.
The faithful’s face brightened and looked at me with a grateful look. That evening we put the panties back in the basket and went to have tea and cake.
And then I thought about what to do next,
After all, it turns out that my husband is a pervert, and I lived with him for so long and didn’t even suspect it, because in life he is a worldly man, it’s stupid to part with someone like that because of his addiction to sniffing underwear.
If you pretend that nothing happened, this is also not a solution, the husband will easily look the other way. And I decided to do it my way
, femininely cunning and inventive.
I bought perfume that was completely unfamiliar to me, and a pair of erotic, even provocative panties. I wore each of them for several days and lightly sprayed them with store-bought perfume.
I met my husband from work and right at the door began to undress and, as if by chance, shoved my panties into my jacket pocket, and there I forgot them on purpose. The effect exceeded expectations
, he took them out of his box for a week and sniffed them for a long time, and then had sex. bright and passionate, this has not happened for a long time.
And also
,
sometimes I ask my friends
for worn and unnecessary panties and give them to my husband. He especially appreciates such gifts, and he began to treat me with the same love, passion and attention. He understands that my friends certainly won’t give him panties, so he appreciates me.
And it’s not difficult for me to ask girls for a favor; family relationships and a faithful husband are more valuable than what my friends think of me.
This is how I solved the sniffer problem:
not only strengthened, but also preserved family relationships, returning passion to them, and took personal control of her husband’s hobby.
Causes of non-sexual origin
If the smell of urine constantly haunts the patient, but she is sure that she could not catch a sexually transmitted disease, the cause of the problem lies in infection or inflammation. A sour or fishy smell of urine is caused by pathogenic bacteria that enter the body not only through sexual contact. They can infect humans through contact and household contact.
Changes in urine odor due to bacterial reasons are very dangerous. This symptom, insignificant at first glance, may indicate damage to the kidneys, bladder, or mucous membrane of the excretory system.
Pyelonephritis is an inflammatory process in the kidneys
Pyelonephritis and pyelitis
Pyelonephritis is an inflammatory process in the kidneys. It occurs when the immune system weakens. Bacteria, which are usually destroyed by the body, can easily spread throughout the body, causing inflammation. They can enter the kidneys both through the urinary system and through the blood. A symptom such as a strong odor of urine is characteristic of ascending type pyelonephritis, that is, when bacteria enter the kidneys from the bladder. The disease also occurs if there are stones in the ureters. The following symptoms are characteristic of pyelonephritis:
- lower back pain;
- intoxication;
- temperature increase;
- frequent urination.
A similar problem to pyelonephritis is pyelitis. This is inflammation of the renal pelvis. If the urine becomes cloudy, a gray complexion is noticeable, or a fever begins, most likely, the doctor will make this particular diagnosis. The causes of pyelitis are the same as those of pyelonephritis.
Cystitis
Cystitis is another inflammatory disease of the urinary system. It affects the bladder mucosa. Inflammation is accompanied by severe pain in the pelvic area, which is especially pronounced when urinating. Instead of concentrated yellow urine, the woman produces fluid mixed with mucus or blood, although this symptom is not typical for all patients. Another feature of cystitis is frequent false urge to urinate.
The causes of this disease are unprotected sexual contact with an infected person, lack of personal hygiene, and hypothermia. A decrease in immunity can also trigger the development of inflammation. Weakening of protective mechanisms and, consequently, the development of cystitis sometimes occurs against the background of allergies, stress, injury or overwork.
Diabetes
Diabetes mellitus causes serious changes in the composition of the blood and urine. Trying to compensate for the excess sugar, the body begins to intensively remove it through the urinary system. Because of this, the urine changes color and acquires a characteristic unpleasant odor.
The advanced stage of diabetes is characterized by a putrid smell of urine. It may resemble either the smell of acetone or the unpleasant aroma of rotten apples. In addition, the shade of the discharge changes. They become lighter and more watery. This is explained by the fact that diabetes provokes impaired kidney function and frequent urination. About 3 liters of fluid can be excreted through the patient's bladder per day.
What to do if things smell rotten after washing?
While the issue of cleaning the washing machine is being resolved, I would like to remove the unpleasant aroma from the washed items. Does your laundry smell after washing? A weak solution of vinegar will help. For white items, you can use a suitable antibacterial agent, for example, Domestos. After treatment, rinse thoroughly and dry things in the sun. When hanging clothes, try to straighten out all the folds for better contact with air. After this, the laundry smells fresh and clean.
Diagnosis and which doctor to contact
An accurate diagnosis can only be made after a comprehensive examination of the patient. To get diagnosed correctly, you need to know which doctor to see.
Depending on the accompanying symptoms, you will need to undergo examinations by the following specialists:
An accurate diagnosis can only be made after a comprehensive examination of the patient.
- endocrinologist;
- urologist;
- gynecologist;
- venereologist;
- ultrasound specialist;
- infectious disease specialist
First of all, you need to see a therapist. He will collect a history of the disease and refer the patient to doctors who, in his opinion, can identify the disease. What determines the list of specialists who need to be visited? Whether there are signs of inflammation, fever, infection, endocrine changes or diabetes.
If you suspect an STD, the patient must visit a gynecologist and venereologist. A specialist will need to take a smear and also conduct a visual examination of the genitals. If a virus is suspected, a biochemical blood test may be needed.
If inflammation of the bladder or kidneys is suspected, an ultrasound examination is performed. It will show whether these organs are enlarged and whether there are any negative changes in them: cysts, darkened areas. If an infection is suspected, urine tests are also taken for bacteriological culture, and a smear is taken from a gynecologist.
An endocrinologist should be visited if you have symptoms of diabetes. In this case, blood is also donated for sugar. Based on the results of this analysis, the use of insulin may be prescribed.
Treatment of causes
A disease, the symptom of which is the smell of urine in women, requires urgent treatment. If you ignore an unpleasant symptom, then over time serious complications will be added to simple psychological discomfort. This may be suppuration in the kidney area, infertility, damage to the bladder, damage to the ureters.
A therapist or specialist with a more specialized profile will tell you what to do. Depending on the cause, he will prescribe both treatment and prevention. It also needs to be followed during the recovery period so that the body heals faster. Most often, during therapy it is forbidden to overwork, be exposed to stress, hypothermia, or have sexual intercourse. To get rid of fishy odor, in addition to taking medications, it is necessary to improve intimate hygiene: take a shower at least twice a day.
In the case of STDs, treatment will consist of the use of local and general antiviral and antifungal drugs. These can be ointments, tablets or capsules. If the sexual disease is too severe, long-term immune therapy may be required, which will be accompanied by the use of injections.
Infectious processes require the use of special medications
Infectious processes require the use of special medications. Based on bacteriological culture of urine, optimal antibiotics are selected that can destroy the causative agent of the disease. They may be in the form of tablets to be taken orally or ointments to be applied to the genitals. In addition to medications aimed at treating the disease, symptomatic medications may also be required. For example, if the patient is in severe pain, topical analgesics should be used. In case of fever, antipyretic drugs are prescribed, as well as drugs against headaches and vomiting.
If there are no pathological factors that could cause a strong smell of urine, it is necessary to improve your lifestyle: establish proper nutrition and drinking regime, and increase the level of hygiene. If the smell appears as a result of dehydration, you need to strictly monitor the amount of water consumed for some time. The minimum daily volume is 1.5 liters. For some people, the required volume reaches 2.5 liters. It is also important to observe the following hygiene rules:
- wash yourself morning and evening using soap or shower gel;
- when traveling or in any other position when you cannot shower, use intimate hygiene wipes twice a day;
- use an individual body towel;
- if possible, use special wet toilet paper;
- change underwear daily;
- In case of natural discharge, use sanitary panty liners.
If these measures do not help get rid of the smell of urine, you should reconsider your diet. Products that cause an increase in ammonia odor are listed above. You should avoid them temporarily to see if it really helps get rid of urine odor. If the experiment is successful, you will need to avoid consuming dangerous foods in the future.
The smell of urine is a signal about the presence of a pathogenic process in the body. Under no circumstances should it be ignored. To quickly get rid of it, as well as its cause, you need to contact a specialist as early as possible.
Preventive Actions
It is very important to promptly remove dirt and wipe the cuff.
The best way to avoid the problem of clothes smelling bad after washing is to take preventive measures. Doing them won’t take much time and effort, but will eliminate the need to decide why your laundry smells bad after washing. You need to do the following:
- keep the door open at all times for free air exchange;
- after the machine has washed, wipe the cuff dry each time to avoid mold;
- wash and dry the dispenser for powder and other products;
- do not put things in the machine for storage, otherwise the laundry will acquire an unpleasant aroma after washing (a special basket is more suitable for these purposes);
- avoid leaving washed items in the machine for a long time after the end of the cycle;
- perform periodic cleaning of unit parts using special means;
- Do not get carried away with washing powder and exceed the recommended dose.
Using conditioners will not allow you to notice in time that things smell bad after washing; a pleasant aroma will simply mask the problem.
If all the recommendations did not help to understand the question: “After washing, things smell damp, what should I do?”, you need to call a specialist. Perhaps the problem turned out to be much deeper, and concerns the technical condition of the washing machine.