serious answers only please...i know this may sound like too much information.. and i'm already set for a doctor's appt so i don't need that advice... but still i was wondering is it normal to have discharge everyday? i been having this for a while now (months not just weeks)... some of my friends says it's normal and others are saying differ.. so what is it ... am i going to the doctor for nothing if its normal or not?
2006-07-20 15:48:00 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Women's Health
The things to be worried about include if the discharge has a yellow or green color, is clumpy like cottage cheese, or has a bad odor. If worried, see a doctor.
White: Thick, white discharge is common at the beginning and end of your cycle. Normal white discharge is not accompanied by itching. If itching is present, thick white discharge can indicate a yeast infection.
Clear and stretchy: This is "fertile" mucous and means you are ovulating.
Clear and watery: This occurs at different times of your cycle and can be particularly heavy after exercising.
Yellow or Green: May indicate an infection, especially if thick or clumpy like cottage cheese or has a foul odor.
Brown: May happen right after periods, and is just "cleaning out" your vagina. Old blood looks brown.
Spotting Blood/Brown Discharge: This may occur when you are ovulating/mid-cycle. Sometimes early in pregnancy you may have spotting or a brownish discharge at the time your period would normally come. If you have spotting at the time of your normal period rather than your usual amount of flow, and you have had sex without using birth control, you should check a pregnancy testA normal vaginal discharge consists of about a teaspoon (4 ML) a day that is white or transparent, thick to thin, and odorless. This is formed by the normal bacteria and fluids the vaginal cells put off. The discharge can be more noticeable at different times of the month depending on ovulation, menstrual flow, sexual activity and birth control.
It is not uncommon for the normal discharge to be dark, brown or discolored a day or two following the menstrual period.
If you are having ANY of the symptoms below SEE YOUR HEALTH CARE PROVIDER.
Pain
Itching
Discomfort
Rash or sores alone or with a vaginal discharge
2006-07-20 17:38:52 · answer #1 · answered by purple 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
This is normal as long as it is clear, non odorous, and you are experiencing no pain or itching. Every person is different in how much discharge they have, some have a lot, some have very little. Keeping your appointment is a good idea as it will allow your doctor to know what is normal for you and when a change is noted at your physicals, the doctor will know to look for the reasons for the change.
2006-07-20 23:12:47 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think that is perfectly normal to have some mucus...it is actually important to have it but if it gets to be too much i think u SHOULD see a doc cuz only they can tell u wat is normal and if ur worried about it...it would be the only real way to ease that stress
2006-07-20 22:54:50 · answer #3 · answered by BROWN SKIN LADY 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it is for sure normal to have discharge every day i do to
2006-07-20 22:52:59 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
its perfectly normal!! dont listen to what others say that its not normal...because it is normal...its a part of women
2006-07-21 09:52:39 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, as long as it's clear, not odorous, and your pap's are normal.
2006-07-20 22:55:31 · answer #6 · answered by daweeney 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i agree with daweeny... but let your doctor check it out
2006-07-20 23:07:46 · answer #7 · answered by jingles_200 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋