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Why does my sperm smell bad or fishy?

A mild bleach-like smell is normal. A strong, foul or fishy odour can come from diet, poor hydration or an infection in either partner. After sex, semen's alkalinity can briefly disturb the vagina's acidity; a fishy smell for a partner is often bacterial vaginosis, which is treatable. Persistent bad odour in either partner should be checked.

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