The term “great aunt” generally refers to a woman’s menstrual period. The bad smell of menstruation can be caused by oxidized hemoglobin, improper cleansing, vaginitis, etc.
1. Oxidation of hemoglobin: During menstruation, blood flows out through the vagina, and when hemoglobin is oxidized, it can have a rusty smell, which can be manifested as a bad menstrual smell.
2. Inadequate cleansing: It may be due to the failure to change sanitary napkins and take a bath during menstruation. When the vulva sweats, it can mix with the smell of blood to produce an unpleasant odor, which may be manifested as a bad taste of menstruation.
3. Vaginitis: caused by a variety of pathogenic microbial infections, stimulated by inflammation, can lead to increased vaginal discharge, accompanied by purulent secretions, thus appearing the phenomenon of unpleasant menstrual odor.
The smell of menstruation can also be seen in other reasons, it is recommended that patients go to the hospital in time to improve the relevant examination, follow the doctor’s instructions for treatment, to avoid delaying the condition.