Vaginal Discharge, What's normal and what's not.
“Vaginal discharge is a normal part of being a woman. Just like your mouth salivates, a woman also has her unique discharge and this is perfectly natural and normal.
Leucorrhea or vaginal discharge is a fluid discharge that is excreted from a woman's vagina. This is normal and is not a sign of any abnormality in the body. However, many women experience abnormal white discharge, which is concerning.
Vaginal Discharge—When to See a Doctor
The texture and consistency of the discharge
Normal vaginal discharge looks like an opaque clear mucus-like discharge depending on the time of the month and your menstrual cycle. During and after your menstrual cycle the vaginal discharge may be thicker than the normal consistency.
However, if it is noticeably thicker than normal, somewhat in a texture similar to wet powder then this could potentially be a sign of fungal infection and you should see a doctor.
The Color Of Vaginal Discharge
The vaginal discharge is usually opaque or clear, and may also be slightly off-white or yellowish. What is not normal is when this turns yellowish-green in color.
Yellow discharge
Such discharge is an indication of a vaginal infection known as trichomoniasis. It is usually yellow, not significantly thick, and at times frothy accompanied by symptoms like bad odor and itching. It is often transmitted by sexual intercourse, or by placing objects like tampons or sex toys into the vaginal cavity.
Pale yellow to whitish discharge
Such discharge is the result of yeast infection. The discharge is thick has an odor of spoiled milk and causes a burning or itching sensation particularly while passing urine. Such discharge is accompanied by severe redness and burning sensations in the groin area. Such type of discharge is seen in females with weak immune systems, caused by antibiotics, or females with diabetes.
Green discharge
Such discharge is caused by bacterial infection or even from sexual intercourse with a person who is infected with a disease such as gonorrhea, etc. The discharge will be green to yellowish and have a foul fishy odor. Burning sensations and irritation are also felt down there with such type of discharge.
Brown discharge
after your menstrual cycle is over. It is frothy has a foul odor, and is accompanied by burning and itching symptoms while urinating. If this persists long after your menstrual cycle is over and causes discomfort as well as irritation down there then you should go see a doctor.
Conclusion
Vaginal discharge is nothing to be embarrassed about and every woman should be observant in caring for themselves down there. The best way to keep your vagina clean and healthy is with clean water. During your menstrual cycle, use organic sanitary pads, and period panties, and avoid using chemically infused vaginal cleaning products as they disrupt the pH balance of your vagina.
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