Smelling something fishy down there? Don't worry, you're not alone.

A fishy odor coming from your vagina can be caused by a variety of factors, including bacterial vaginosis, yeast infections, and even certain foods. If you start to notice that your vagina has an unpleasant fishy smell, this is a sign that something's off down there. It could be....

1 Bacterial vaginosis - Other symptoms of bacterial vaginosis include - Vaginal discharge that's thin, gray, green, or white, Itchy vagina and Burning when you pee.

2 Trichomoniasis - Trichomoniasis is a sexually transmitted infection caused by Trichomonas vaginalis characterized by strong-smelling, yellow-green discharge; accompanied by spotting, genital redness, and pain or burning with urination.

3 Vaginitis - Vaginitis is inflammation or an infection of the vagina.

4 Urinary tract infection (UTI) - A UTI may cause foul or strong-smelling urine. You may also experience burning, itching, or pain.

5 Lost or forgotten tampons/ menstrual cups - A stronger or fishy odor may be caused by a forgotten tampon/ menstrual cup.

WHEN TO SEE YOUR DOCTOR? Schedule an appointment with your doctor if you have any of these symptoms:
• Itching
• Burning
• Pain during urination
• Redness or irritation
• Pain after sex
• Unusual discharge that's grey, white, or yellow-green in color
• Discharge that has a foul odour

Remember, taking care of your vaginal health is an important part of overall wellness.