4. Yeast Infection
Naturally, yeasts are benevolent microorganisms that live in various body parts including the vagina. They are meant to keep things running, from the digestive system to the immune system. However, sometimes yeast residing in the vagina grows uncontrollably causing chaos characterized by inflammation of the vagina, intense itchiness, vaginal odor, and a thick white discharge that looks like cottage cheese.
At some point, your urine picks up the foul smell from the infection. Women are at more risk of developing a yeast infection when they are pregnant, diabetic, taking antibiotics, hormonal birth control, or taking hormones for menopause among others. The good news is that yeast infection can be combated with over-the-counter antifungal creams, ointments, or other antifungal medication. Healing can take from 1 to 7 days tops. When over-the-counter prescriptions don’t work (which may happen in severe cases), it is important to pay your doctor a visit.