Management of vaginal discharge
Vaginal discharge is a common issue affecting women in Singapore and around the world. Vaginal discharge is a combination of fluid and cells that are produced by the uterus, cervix and vagina and is continuously shed through your vagina.
Is vaginal discharge normal?
Yes, most women will have normal vaginal discharge. The amount of discharge is different for each woman. Some women have a little discharge now and then. Others have discharge every day. Your “normal” discharge might change many times throughout your life.
What may be a sign of a problem?
Changes that may signal a problem include an increase in the amount of discharge, a change in the color or smell of the discharge, and irritation, itchiness, or burning in or around your vagina. This is called vaginitis. A discharge that’s stained with clood when you’re not having your period could also be a sign of a problem. If you have any of the signs, you should talk to your doctor.
What are the couses and risk factors of vagina discharge?
Normal vagina discharge exists to keep vagina tissues healthy, provide lubrication, and protect the vagina from infection and irritation. If vaginal discharge increases, it can be from normal menstrual cycle changes, Pregnancy and use of birth control pills can also affect the amount and look of discharge.
Abnormal vaginal discharge that has an unusual odor, looks different from your normal discharge, or is accompanied with itching, irritation, burning, or pain may indicate that you have inflammation, infection, such as the following:
- Bacterial vaginosis
- Cervicitisis
- Pelvic infllamatory disease (PID)
- Trichomoniasis
- Vaginitis
- Yeast infection
- Chlamydia trachomatis
- Gonorrhea
- Vaginal atrophy
- Cancer of cervix or vagina
You should also be on the lookout for symptoms of yeast infections, bacterial vaginosis, and trichomoniasis. These are 3 different infections that can cause changes in your vaginal discharge.
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