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Although vaginal discharge is normal, if you notice any change in the consistency or smell of the discharge or if the discharge turns yellow, greenish or grey in color, it can indicate underlying problems. This may also be accompanied by other symptoms like itching and discomfort. In such a situation, you must visit your gynecologist for diagnosis.
Vaginal discharge is common but if the discharge is yellow, green or grey in color, has a chunky consistency or a foul smell, it is considered abnormal. Such abnormal vaginal discharge can be a sign of infections or vaginal problems.
Normal vaginal discharge appears clear or milky and does not have any foul odor. However, you must know that you may notice a little change in the color of the discharge during ovulation or menstruation.
Normal vaginal discharge is usually milky or whie in color and is odorless. The amount of normal vaginal discharge is around 1 teaspoon in a day, but it can vary and the discharge is more when the woman is ovulating, breastfeeding or sexually aroused.
Excessive discharge from the vagina, accompanied by foul smell can be indicative of vaginal issues and infections. In case you are experiencing the same, you must get in touch with your gynecologist and discuss the problem.
Bacterial and yeast vaginal infections are often associated with excessive vaginal discharge. In the case of yeast infections, this discharge is usually white, thick and does not have any particular odor. In the case of bacterial infections, the vaginal discharge is thin, has a yellow or grey color and a foul odor associated with it.
Usually, dischage from the vagina is not a sign associated with pregnancy. But, pregnant women may notice a sticky white or yellowish mucus-like disharge in the first trimester of their pregnancy.
Yes, vaginal discharge can be indicative of sexually transmitted infections like gonorrhoea, chlamydia, trichomoniasis, etc. Along with vaginal discharge, an infected female may also notice symptoms like itching ot buring in the vaginal region. Immediate gynecological consultation is highly advised in such a condition.
In normal conditions, the vaginal discharge is either clear or milky. However, if the discharge changes color to yellow or greenish and has a weird-fishy smell, it may be a result of underlying vaginal problems.
If you notice abnormal vaginal discharge along with other symptoms like burning or itching, it can be a symptom of STIs or vaginal infections. These infections can grow severe over time and aggravate the symptoms if left untreated. Therefore, you must visit a gynecologist and undergo proper treatment at the earliest.
Excessive stress can disrupt the synthesis of lactic acid and hydrogen peroxide, resulting in a decreased pH in the vaginal region. This can elevate the risk of vaginal infections and lead to abnormal discharge from the vagina.
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