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Why you smell a certain way after sex
Why you smell a certain way after sex: We often smell a certain way after we have indulged in some love-making. But have you ever wondered why, or what exactly, are you sniffing when you smell sex? Post coital odor can signify many things, of which some are absolutely normal while some spell danger. Here’s what it could mean for you.
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Scent of secretions
Scent of secretions: Sex is an intimate matter which involves vaginal secretions, semen, lubricants, condoms and of course, sweat from two bodies. It is sure to smell a certain way. Semen is alkaline and vagina is acidic in nature.
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The combined spell
The combined spell: When their smells combine, it produces a goo that’s entirely different and smells in a peculiar way. If the scent is not odd and is not bad enough to be labelled as a ‘smell’, chances are all is okay with your and your partner’s body.
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A fishy smell
A fishy smell: If you think that the smell that comes after sex is particularly fishy, it could spell bacterial vaginosis. It is a condition when there is an overgrowth of bacteria in your vagina. Other symptoms of BV may include a white, cloudy discharge, vaginal itching and pain.
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A smell that puts you off and is serious
A smell that puts you off and is serious: If the post coital smell is bad enough to put you off, there could be a chance of a sexually transmitted disease. STDs such as trichomoniasis are known to produce a foul odor. You must get yourself checked if you think you may have it.
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A smell that puts you off but may not be serious
A smell that puts you off but may not be serious: A smell that is foul but can easily be washed away could only be due to bad hygiene habits of you and/or your partner. You must make sure that your and your partner’s privates are clean before you indulge in some tête-à-tête. (All images from shutterstock)
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