Tag: Non hormonal contraception

Following the FDA approval of the first-ever over-the-counter (OTC) hormonal birth control pill, Opill, millions now have more accessible contraceptive options. Choosing the best OTC birth control depends heavily on individual priorities, including desired effectiveness, protection against sexually transmitted infections (STIs), and comfort with hormonal vs. non-hormonal methods.

Over 30% of women in the U.S. between ages 14 and 49 have had bacterial vaginosis (BV), a common cause of foul-smelling discharge. It's a common concern, therefore, whether birth control can cause bad smell discharge. The reality is that while birth control itself does not directly cause a foul odor, some types can alter the vaginal environment and increase the risk of infections that do.