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Genital Malodor in Women: A Modern Reappraisal
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Genital Malodor in Women: A Modern Reappraisal

Chithra Subramanian, Paul Nyirjesy and Jack D. Sobel
Journal of lower genital tract disease, v 16(1), pp 49-55
01 Jan 2012
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1097/LGT.0b013e31822b7512
PMID: 21964208
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Abstract

Life Sciences & Biomedicine Obstetrics & Gynecology Science & Technology
Genital malodor is a common distressing complaint that brings a woman to her physician's office. Vaginal infections, primarily bacterial vaginosis and trichomoniasis, still remain the commonest causes and are relatively easy to diagnose and treat. However, in approximately one third of women who present with malodor, no cause is identified. Although data on the management of vaginal discharge are extensive, the management of genital odor beyond common vaginal infections remains poorly studied. This presents a frustrating situation for both the patient and her physician. Often, patients resort to home remedies and over-the-counter preparations, which, while providing short-term relief for some women, almost never address the cause and, in some cases, can exacerbate symptoms. In this review, we have attempted to consolidate the known and documented causes of genital malodor including the nonvaginal causes and provide case studies that will help clinicians understand the possible settings for the various causes. We also provide an algorithm for the management of this symptom beyond vaginal infections.

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