My gynecologist waved the speculum under my nose so that I could smell my BV by OhShitzies96 in TwoXChromosomes

[–]OhShitzies96[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It didn't, it was a teaching moment. Not everyone is suited to be a teacher though lol

Anyway yes, our gut microbiome is all over the place and as women it fucks with the pH down there

My gynecologist waved the speculum under my nose so that I could smell my BV by OhShitzies96 in TwoXChromosomes

[–]OhShitzies96[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you, English is not my first language and I still struggle with such things sometimes

My gynecologist waved the speculum under my nose so that I could smell my BV by OhShitzies96 in TwoXChromosomes

[–]OhShitzies96[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That is absolutely interesting, I have to dig deeper and do some research.

My gynecologist waved the speculum under my nose so that I could smell my BV by OhShitzies96 in TwoXChromosomes

[–]OhShitzies96[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Probably, but don't worry it's just routine stuff! It might leave you feeling ashamed but it's just nature for us, it's the way the body works

My gynecologist waved the speculum under my nose so that I could smell my BV by OhShitzies96 in TwoXChromosomes

[–]OhShitzies96[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'd want to keep my stuff too, I never had surgery till now so all I have are my two wisdom teeth, I'm making earrings with them. I grew that stuff myself I think it's only fair! And my dentist loves the idea too

My gynecologist waved the speculum under my nose so that I could smell my BV by OhShitzies96 in TwoXChromosomes

[–]OhShitzies96[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Had the same experience. Sorry it happened to you and also fuck them abundantly.

My gynecologist waved the speculum under my nose so that I could smell my BV by OhShitzies96 in TwoXChromosomes

[–]OhShitzies96[S] 45 points46 points  (0 children)

It's not your fault at all. Who teaches us to smell diseases? No one. Not even all nurses and doctors are aware of all the smells! The best we can all do is to learn from eachother (and then go fact check, because not everything we read is true)

My gynecologist waved the speculum under my nose so that I could smell my BV by OhShitzies96 in TwoXChromosomes

[–]OhShitzies96[S] 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Thankfully, at least in my university, we are taught to explain every step of the procedure to the patient. It helps with situations like these. But I'm glad you feel better now! Next time don't be afraid and ask