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changes</a></li><li class="css-t753mo"><a href="#see-a-doctor" class="css-1r1p1p8">See a doctor</a></li></ul></nav><article class="article-body css-d2znx6 undefined"><div class="css-1wape1s"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><div data-preamp="serena-chatbot"></div></div><div></div></div><div class="css-1avyp1d"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><div><p class="css-w2pt6r">It’s normal for menstrual periods to have a slight odor. But if you start noticing anything out of the ordinary, you may want to get it checked out.</p></div></div><div><p class="h2"> Overview</p></div><div><p>A menstrual period consists of the shedding of an unfertilized egg, blood, and uterine lining tissues. It’s completely normal for this combination to have a slight odor after it exits the vagina. This is most likely related to the vaginal substance itself, but bacteria and acidity can also play a role.</p></div><div><p>Any odors you might notice during your period can also fluctuate. “Healthy” periods can have a slight smell of blood. They may even have a slight metallic smell from iron and bacteria.</p></div><div><p>Generally speaking, period odors aren’t noticeable to others. Good hygiene practices can also combat normal period odors and make you more comfortable during menstruation.</p></div><div><p>A strong odor from “down there” may be cause for worry, as it could be a sign of an infection. In such cases, the odors are accompanied by other symptoms, such as vaginal discharge or pelvic pain that’s not related to normal menstruation.</p></div><div><p>Learn more about some of the common odors associated with periods, and which symptoms warrant a doctor’s visit.</p></div><div class="css-20w1gi"><aside class="css-0 css-0" data-testid="sticky-inline-ad" data-sticky="false"><div><div data-empty="true" class="css-1sq15os"><div class="css-1hjaa0k"><span class="css-zya54r"></span></div><div id="inline4__slot" data-adbridg-ad-class="inline4__slot" data-ad="true" class="css-1t05dkn"></div></div></div></aside></div></div><div class="css-1avyp1d"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><h2><div><a class="chartbeat-section" name="rotten-smell"> Period smells like “death”</a></div></h2></div><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><p>Your period can produce an odor, which may even be different month to month.</p></div><div><p>Some women report that their period “smells like death,” though this isn’t necessarily a cause for concern. The strong smell is likely due to the blood and tissues exiting the vagina along with bacteria. It’s normal for the vagina to have bacteria, though the amount can fluctuate.</p></div><div><p>The resulting “rotten” smell from bacteria mixed with menstrual flow shouldn’t be strong enough for others to detect. You might be able to control such odors by changing pads and tampons frequently, especially during heavy-flow days.</p></div><div><p>A “rotten” smell can occur when a tampon is left in for too long or forgotten. This can happen at the end of a period, when you don’t have to insert a new tampon as often and you have no further <a class="content-link css-1c2ok3c sl" href="https://www.healthline.com/health/can-a-yeast-infection-cause-bleeding">bleeding</a>. If you’re concerned that you may have forgotten to remove a tampon, try to feel at the opening of your vagina for the strings. If you can’t feel them, see your doctor for a vaginal exam to confirm.</p></div><div><p>If your period smells and you notice unusual symptoms, see your doctor. There could be something else going on.</p></div><span class="css-zya54r"></span></div><div class="css-1avyp1d"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><h2><div><a class="chartbeat-section" name="fishy-smell"> Period smells “fishy”</a></div></h2></div><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><p>Some women report a “fishy” smell during menstruation. Unlike other common odors, fishiness usually indicates a medical problem that you need to see a doctor for. This odor is most often attributed to <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/home-remedies-forbacterial-vaginosis" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">bacterial vaginosis</a>, a type of infection. It’s also a lot stronger than a normal period smell.</p></div><div><p>You may have bacterial vaginosis if the “fishy” smell is accompanied by:</p></div><div><ul><li>burning, especially during urination</li><li>irritation</li><li><a href="https://www.healthline.com/symptom/vaginal-itching" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">itchiness</a></li><li><a href="https://www.healthline.com/symptom/vaginal-discharge" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">vaginal discharge</a> outside of menstrual bleeding</li></ul></div><div><p>Bacterial vaginosis may be noticeable during your period, but it’s not caused by your <a class="content-link css-1c2ok3c sl" href="https://www.healthline.com/health/womens-health/yeast-infection-before-period">menstrual cycle</a>. It results from the overgrowth of normal vaginal bacteria.</p></div><div><p>While the exact cause of this overgrowth isn’t understood, bacterial vaginosis seems to be most common in women who are <hl-trusted-source source="Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)" rationale="Governmental authority"><a href="https://www.cdc.gov/std/bv/stdfact-bacterial-vaginosis.htm" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">sexually active</a></hl-trusted-source>. Douching may also increase your risk for this type of infection.</p></div><div><p>Bacterial vaginosis is treated with antibiotics. Once the bacteria is balanced out after treatment, you should no longer notice any unusual smells or other symptoms during your period.</p></div></div><div class="css-1avyp1d"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><h2><div><a class="chartbeat-section" name="other-changes"> Other odor changes</a></div></h2></div><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><p>Other odor changes during your period can include a “sweaty gym” smell or an odor of onions or salt. These are most likely caused by not practicing good hygiene during the menstrual cycle.</p></div><div><p>Proper hygiene habits can help combat the usual odors associated with menstruation. This can be as simple as making sure you change tampons, liners, or pads every few hours.</p></div><div><p>Daily showers are also important, and you can help prevent period odors by cleaning the outside of your vagina only. Deodorizing products, such as wipes and sprays, aren’t recommended because of the possibility of irritation. You shouldn’t douche either, as the process can get rid of healthy vaginal bacteria and lead to infection.</p></div><div><p>Avoid scented tampons and other products, as these can cause irritation and allergic reactions. You’re better off using unscented products and wearing breathable cotton underwear and clothing to keep unpleasant odors at bay.</p></div><div><p><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><a class="content-link content-link css-1e0d1y5" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow sponsored nofollow" data-event="In-Content Affiliate Link|null|clicked" href="https://www.amazon.com/s?k=breathable+cotton+underwear&i=fashion-womens&tag=healthline-subtag-20&ascsubtag=null&correlationId=null" data-element-id="9825abec-5dfd-4942-9caa-e5af327c9eaa" data-sponsors="amazon.com" data-sponsor-index="1" tagularDetails="[object Object]"><span class="syndication-blacklist">Purchase breathable cotton underwear here.</span></a></p></div><span class="css-zya54r"></span></div><div class="css-1avyp1d"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><h2><div><a class="chartbeat-section" name="see-a-doctor"> When to see your doctor</a></div></h2></div><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><div><p>While some odors are completely normal when you have your period, others may be a sign that you need to see your doctor. This is especially the case if any unusual odors accompany the following symptoms:</p></div><div><ul><li>yellow or green vaginal fluids</li><li>bleeding that’s heavier than normal</li><li>stomach or pelvic pain</li><li><a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/womens-health/vaginal-cramps" class="content-link css-1c2ok3c">cramps</a> that are worse than normal</li><li>fever</li></ul></div><div><p>As a rule of thumb, you should see your gynecologist any time you suspect reproductive health issues. While most odors are healthy, some may be signs of an infection. 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Causes, Symptoms, and More" src="https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/white-cotton-underwear-blood-stain-732x549-thumbnail.jpg" srcSet="https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/white-cotton-underwear-blood-stain-732x549-thumbnail.jpg 200w" className="css-1lyqwde"></lazy-image></span></span><span class="css-1fb1nmp"><span class="css-a10gts"></span></span></div></a></figure><div class="css-u8uhak"><a class="css-sqa1yu" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/health/womens-health/spotting-vs-period;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|4" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|Is It Spotting or a Period? Causes, Symptoms, and More|rn3" href="https://www.healthline.com/health/womens-health/spotting-vs-period?utm_source=ReadNext" data-testid="title-link" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks">Is It Spotting or a Period? Causes, Symptoms, and More</a><p class=""><a class="css-onvglr" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/health/womens-health/spotting-vs-period;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|4" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|Is It Spotting or a Period? Causes, Symptoms, and More|rn3" href="https://www.healthline.com/health/womens-health/spotting-vs-period?utm_source=ReadNext" data-testid="text-link" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks" aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1">Spotting is lighter than a period and may indicate that you have an underlying condition. Call your doctor if you experience abnormal vaginal bleeding.</a></p><a class="css-v5yzal css-ysgmro" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/health/womens-health/spotting-vs-period;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|4" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|Is It Spotting or a Period? 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data-testid="image-link" aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1"><div class="css-79elbk"><span class="css-rwmw5v css-1pf0x3y"><span class="css-1767n2d"><lazy-image alt="Should You Be Worried if Your Period Is Light?" src="https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/stressed-woman-exercising-732x549-thumbnail.jpg" srcSet="https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/stressed-woman-exercising-732x549-thumbnail.jpg 200w" className="css-1lyqwde"></lazy-image></span></span><span class="css-1fb1nmp"><span class="css-a10gts"></span></span></div></a></figure><div class="css-u8uhak"><a class="css-sqa1yu" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/health/womens-health/why-is-my-period-so-light;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|5" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|Should You Be Worried if Your Period Is Light?|rn4" href="https://www.healthline.com/health/womens-health/why-is-my-period-so-light?utm_source=ReadNext" data-testid="title-link" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks">Should You Be Worried if Your Period Is Light?</a><section data-testid="byline" class="css-8he51f"><div class="css-1pz7193"><div class="css-quwpxp"><lazy-image alt="" src="https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Debra-Sullivan-500x500-Bio.png"></lazy-image></div></div><div><span><span>Medically reviewed by <a class="css-1c2ok3c css-ro87dg" href="https://www.healthline.com/medical-team">Debra Sullivan, Ph.D., MSN, R.N., CNE, COI</a></span></span></div></section><p class=""><a class="css-onvglr" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/health/womens-health/why-is-my-period-so-light;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|5" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|Should You Be Worried if Your Period Is Light?|rn4" href="https://www.healthline.com/health/womens-health/why-is-my-period-so-light?utm_source=ReadNext" data-testid="text-link" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks" aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1">Learn when a light period is nothing to worry about, and when it may be the sign of something more serious. </a></p><a class="css-v5yzal css-ysgmro" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/health/womens-health/why-is-my-period-so-light;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|5" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|Should You Be Worried if Your Period Is Light?|rn4" href="https://www.healthline.com/health/womens-health/why-is-my-period-so-light?utm_source=ReadNext" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks">READ MORE<span class="icon-hl-arrow-right selector css-2kgwd5"></span></a></div></div></div><section class="css-82r5pg css-1ub4i5m"></section></div></div></li><li class="css-12weawj"><div class="css-m260rd"><div class="css-1h1rean"><div class="css-1r7frvz"><div class="css-lm0pdr"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><figure class="css-1e4ja14 css-f0t0lw"><a class="css-j5n0jw" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/health/video/why-is-my-period-so-light;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|6" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|What Causes Lighter Than Usual Menstruation?|rn5" href="https://www.healthline.com/health/video/why-is-my-period-so-light?utm_source=ReadNext" aria-label="image-link" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks" data-testid="image-link" aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1"><div class="css-79elbk"><span class="css-rwmw5v css-1pf0x3y"><span class="css-1767n2d"><lazy-image alt="What Causes Lighter Than Usual Menstruation?" src="https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/video-overlay-stressed-woman-exercising-732x549-thumbnail.jpg" srcSet="https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/video-overlay-stressed-woman-exercising-732x549-thumbnail.jpg 200w" className="css-1lyqwde"></lazy-image></span></span><span class="css-1fb1nmp"><span class="css-a10gts"></span></span></div></a></figure><div class="css-u8uhak"><a class="css-sqa1yu" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/health/video/why-is-my-period-so-light;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|6" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|What Causes Lighter Than Usual Menstruation?|rn5" href="https://www.healthline.com/health/video/why-is-my-period-so-light?utm_source=ReadNext" data-testid="title-link" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks">What Causes Lighter Than Usual Menstruation?</a><section data-testid="byline" class="css-8he51f"><div><span><span>Medically reviewed by <a class="css-1c2ok3c css-ro87dg" href="https://www.healthline.com/medical-team">the Healthline Medical Network</a></span></span></div></section><p class=""><a class="css-onvglr" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/health/video/why-is-my-period-so-light;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|6" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|What Causes Lighter Than Usual Menstruation?|rn5" href="https://www.healthline.com/health/video/why-is-my-period-so-light?utm_source=ReadNext" data-testid="text-link" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks" aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1">A menstrual period that's lighter than usual generally isn't cause for concern. But if you experience other unusual changes, consult a healthcare…</a></p><a class="css-v5yzal css-ysgmro" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/health/video/why-is-my-period-so-light;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|6" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|What Causes Lighter Than Usual Menstruation?|rn5" href="https://www.healthline.com/health/video/why-is-my-period-so-light?utm_source=ReadNext" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks">READ MORE<span class="icon-hl-arrow-right selector css-2kgwd5"></span></a></div></div></div><section class="css-82r5pg css-1ub4i5m"></section></div></div></li><li class="css-12weawj"><div class="css-m260rd"><div class="css-1h1rean"><div class="css-1r7frvz"><div class="css-lm0pdr"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><figure class="css-1e4ja14 css-f0t0lw"><a class="css-j5n0jw" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/health/video/spotting-vs-period;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|7" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|How Do You Know If You're Spotting or Starting Menstruation?|rn6" href="https://www.healthline.com/health/video/spotting-vs-period?utm_source=ReadNext" aria-label="image-link" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks" data-testid="image-link" aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1"><div class="css-79elbk"><span class="css-rwmw5v css-1pf0x3y"><span class="css-1767n2d"><lazy-image alt="How Do You Know If You're Spotting or Starting Menstruation?" src="https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/video-overlay-white-cotton-underwear-blood-stain-732x549-thumbnail.jpg" srcSet="https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/video-overlay-white-cotton-underwear-blood-stain-732x549-thumbnail.jpg 200w" className="css-1lyqwde"></lazy-image></span></span><span class="css-1fb1nmp"><span class="css-a10gts"></span></span></div></a></figure><div class="css-u8uhak"><a class="css-sqa1yu" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/health/video/spotting-vs-period;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|7" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|How Do You Know If You're Spotting or Starting Menstruation?|rn6" href="https://www.healthline.com/health/video/spotting-vs-period?utm_source=ReadNext" data-testid="title-link" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks">How Do You Know If You're Spotting or Starting Menstruation?</a><section data-testid="byline" class="css-8he51f"><div><span><span>Medically reviewed by <a class="css-1c2ok3c css-ro87dg" href="https://www.healthline.com/medical-team">the Healthline Medical Network</a></span></span></div></section><p class=""><a class="css-onvglr" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/health/video/spotting-vs-period;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|7" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|How Do You Know If You're Spotting or Starting Menstruation?|rn6" href="https://www.healthline.com/health/video/spotting-vs-period?utm_source=ReadNext" data-testid="text-link" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks" aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1">Spotting is much lighter, both in amount and in color, than a period. Usually, you won't produce enough blood to soak through a panty liner.</a></p><a class="css-v5yzal css-ysgmro" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/health/video/spotting-vs-period;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|7" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|How Do You Know If You're Spotting or Starting Menstruation?|rn6" href="https://www.healthline.com/health/video/spotting-vs-period?utm_source=ReadNext" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks">READ MORE<span class="icon-hl-arrow-right selector css-2kgwd5"></span></a></div></div></div><section class="css-82r5pg css-1ub4i5m"></section></div></div></li><li class="css-12weawj"><div class="css-m260rd"><div class="css-1h1rean"><div class="css-1r7frvz"><div class="css-lm0pdr"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><figure class="css-1e4ja14 css-f0t0lw"><a class="css-j5n0jw" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/health/video/early-period;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|8" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|Reasons You May Get Your Period Early|rn7" href="https://www.healthline.com/health/video/early-period?utm_source=ReadNext" aria-label="image-link" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks" data-testid="image-link" aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1"><div class="css-79elbk"><span class="css-rwmw5v css-1pf0x3y"><span class="css-1767n2d"><lazy-image alt="Reasons You May Get Your Period Early" src="https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/video-overlay-female-period-cramps-on-floor-732-549-feature-thumb-1.jpg" srcSet="https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/video-overlay-female-period-cramps-on-floor-732-549-feature-thumb-1.jpg 200w" className="css-1lyqwde"></lazy-image></span></span><span class="css-1fb1nmp"><span class="css-a10gts"></span></span></div></a></figure><div class="css-u8uhak"><a class="css-sqa1yu" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/health/video/early-period;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|8" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|Reasons You May Get Your Period Early|rn7" href="https://www.healthline.com/health/video/early-period?utm_source=ReadNext" data-testid="title-link" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks">Reasons You May Get Your Period Early</a><section data-testid="byline" class="css-8he51f"><div><span><span>Medically reviewed by <a class="css-1c2ok3c css-ro87dg" href="https://www.healthline.com/medical-team">the Healthline Medical Network</a></span></span></div></section><p class=""><a class="css-onvglr" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/health/video/early-period;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|8" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|Reasons You May Get Your Period Early|rn7" href="https://www.healthline.com/health/video/early-period?utm_source=ReadNext" data-testid="text-link" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks" aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1">An early period often isn't anything to worry about, but may some have causes that require medical attention. Learn the possible causes.</a></p><a class="css-v5yzal css-ysgmro" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/health/video/early-period;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|8" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|Reasons You May Get Your Period Early|rn7" href="https://www.healthline.com/health/video/early-period?utm_source=ReadNext" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks">READ MORE<span class="icon-hl-arrow-right selector css-2kgwd5"></span></a></div></div></div><section class="css-82r5pg css-1ub4i5m"></section></div></div></li><li class="css-12weawj"><div class="css-m260rd"><div class="css-1h1rean"><div class="css-1r7frvz"><div class="css-lm0pdr"><span style="font-size:0;line-height:0"></span><figure class="css-1e4ja14 css-f0t0lw"><a class="css-j5n0jw" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/health/pregnancy/short-luteal-phase;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|9" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|Short Luteal Phase: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment|rn8" href="https://www.healthline.com/health/pregnancy/short-luteal-phase?utm_source=ReadNext" aria-label="image-link" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks" data-testid="image-link" aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1"><div class="css-79elbk"><span class="css-rwmw5v css-1pf0x3y"><span class="css-1767n2d"><lazy-image alt="Short Luteal Phase: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment" src="https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Stretching-on-a-terrace-732x549-thumbnail.jpg" srcSet="https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Stretching-on-a-terrace-732x549-thumbnail.jpg 200w" className="css-1lyqwde"></lazy-image></span></span><span class="css-1fb1nmp"><span class="css-a10gts"></span></span></div></a></figure><div class="css-u8uhak"><a class="css-sqa1yu" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/health/pregnancy/short-luteal-phase;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|9" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|Short Luteal Phase: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment|rn8" href="https://www.healthline.com/health/pregnancy/short-luteal-phase?utm_source=ReadNext" data-testid="title-link" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks">Short Luteal Phase: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment</a><section data-testid="byline" class="css-8he51f"><div class="css-1pz7193"><div class="css-quwpxp"><lazy-image alt="" src="https://media.post.rvohealth.io/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Debra-Sullivan-500x500-Bio.png"></lazy-image></div></div><div><span><span>Medically reviewed by <a class="css-1c2ok3c css-ro87dg" href="https://www.healthline.com/medical-team">Debra Sullivan, Ph.D., MSN, R.N., CNE, COI</a></span></span></div></section><p class=""><a class="css-onvglr" data-event="engagement|bottom page content promo click|/health/pregnancy/short-luteal-phase;engagement|bottom page content promo click index|9" data-element-event="INTERNAL LINK|FOOTER|Any Page|Read This Next|LINK|Short Luteal Phase: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment|rn8" href="https://www.healthline.com/health/pregnancy/short-luteal-phase?utm_source=ReadNext" data-testid="text-link" data-ga4="Read Next button clicks" aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1">After ovulation, some women have a shorter luteal phase, making it harder to get pregnant. 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It results from the overgrowth of normal vaginal bacteria."},{"tagName":"p","source":"While the exact cause of this overgrowth isn’t understood, bacterial vaginosis seems to be most common in women who are \u003chl-trusted-source source=\"Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)\" rationale=\"Governmental authority\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.cdc.gov/std/bv/stdfact-bacterial-vaginosis.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"content-link css-1c2ok3c\"\u003esexually active\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/hl-trusted-source\u003e. Douching may also increase your risk for this type of infection."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Bacterial vaginosis is treated with antibiotics. Once the bacteria is balanced out after treatment, you should no longer notice any unusual smells or other symptoms during your period."}]},{"id":"other-changes","title":"Other changes","isCollapsable":false,"header":[" Other odor changes"],"body":[{"tagName":"p","source":"Other odor changes during your period can include a “sweaty gym” smell or an odor of onions or salt. These are most likely caused by not practicing good hygiene during the menstrual cycle."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Proper hygiene habits can help combat the usual odors associated with menstruation. This can be as simple as making sure you change tampons, liners, or pads every few hours."},{"tagName":"p","source":"Daily showers are also important, and you can help prevent period odors by cleaning the outside of your vagina only. Deodorizing products, such as wipes and sprays, aren’t recommended because of the possibility of irritation. 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