Vaginal Discharge
Normal vaginal discharge
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Vaginal discharge is caused by mucus produced fromthe cervix, the lower part of the womb that leads into the vagina.
It helps keeps your vagina moist and protects it from infection.
Normal vaginal discharge is:
- clear or white
- not smelly
- thick and sticky for most of the menstrual cycle
- clearer, wetter and moreslippery around the time of ovulation this might not happen if you'reusing hormonal contraception
Mostwomen produce more discharge during pregnancy and less after the Testosterone deficiency (hypogonadism) .
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Causes of unusual vaginal discharge
Abnormal vaginal discharge is usually a sign of an infection. The most common causes are: bacterial vaginosis (BV) a bacterial infection of the vagina thrush an infection caused by overgrowth
Introduction
Find out about vaginal discharge, including what's normal, signs of a problem, what can cause unusual discharge, and when to get medical advice.
Normal vaginal discharge
Vaginal discharge is caused by mucus produced fromthe cervix, the lower part of the womb that leads into the vagina. It helps keeps your vagina moist and protects it from infection. Normal vaginal d
Unusual vaginal discharge
A change in yournormal vaginal discharge could be a sign of a problem. Unusual changes include: a change in colour such as grey, green, yellow, pink or blood-tinged discharge an unpleasant smell s
When to get medical advice
It's a good idea to see your GP or practice nurse or visit your nearest genito-urinary medicine (GUM) clinic or sexual health clinic if you're worried about a change in your vaginal discharge. It's
Young girls and postmenopausal women
It's unusual for young girls to have abnormal vaginal discharge before they'vestarted puberty . See a GP if this happens. The causes mentionedabove are uncommon inyoung girls, but discharge couldbeth