answer:I’ve had oral herpes my whole life—I realize it’s probably very different for you. I know that anti-viral drugs have gotten MUCH better since I was little. I used to take lots of pills when I would break out and it would take weeks to clear up, now I take Famvir 2x/day whenever I think an outbreak is coming and it is much less severe, and clears up within a few days. I know this doesn’t directly help with your question (lady smells are not something I’ve ever cared to look into), but I would be sure to get up with your MD and get a supply of anti-virals so you can be ready to take it as soon as you get symptoms (the earlier the better). I’m sorry about your diagnosis, and I hope you get some answers from the women here to help with the odor issues. Best wishes.