First time pregnant....is discharge normal?

Question

I am 8 weeks pregnant and I am beginning to notice a lot of discharge in the past few days when I go the bathroom. Is this normal? It is not bloody, it is clear.

Answer 1

Yes, it is completly normal. I am not sure why it happens, but I have the same problem. My doctor told me that it was normal. Congrats on your pregnancy!

Answer 2

"Normal vaginal discharge is called leukorrhea. While leukorrhea is normal for all women, pregnant women often notice increased leukorrhea. This discharge is usually whitish in color and has a mucous-like consistency.

Is it my imagination or do I have a lot more vaginal discharge now?




It's not your imagination. It's quite common to have more vaginal discharge during pregnancy. What you're noticing is probably normal leukorrhea — the odorless or mild-smelling milky fluid discharge that you occasionally found in your underwear before you were pregnant. There's just a lot more of it now, partly because of increased estrogen production and greater blood flow to the vaginal area. This discharge is made up of secretions from the cervix and vagina, old cells from the walls of the vagina, and normal bacterial flora from the vagina.

You'll probably notice more vaginal discharge as you approach labor, though it's likely to look somewhat different from the flow you've become accustomed to. In very early pregnancy, cervical secretions filled your cervical canal and created a protective barrier — the so-called mucus plug. As your cervix begins to efface (thin out) and dilate, it may expel this mucus, and you'll notice discharge that looks like egg white or mucus from a runny nose on a cold day. Or, you may even expel the plug in one gelatinous glob. This discharge might be tinged with a bit of blood.

If there's a lot of thin, clear discharge, it can be hard for you tell whether it's just mucus or you're leaking amniotic fluid. If you have any doubt, call your midwife or doctor. And if you notice an increase in discharge or a change in the type of discharge before 37 weeks, especially if it's watery, mucus-like, or bloody (even if it's just tinged with pink or brownish old blood), call your practitioner right away, as it can be a sign of preterm labor.

Is there anything I can do about it?
There's nothing you can do to stop the flow, but you can use pantiliners to absorb it if you need to. (Don't use tampons during pregnancy.) To keep your genital area healthy, keep it clean, always wipe from front to back, wear cotton underwear, and avoid tight pants, nylons, bubble bath, scented pads or toilet paper, and scented or deodorant soaps.

And don't douche — doctors and midwives discourage douching during pregnancy because in rare cases it can introduce air into your circulatory system through the vagina, which can cause serious complications. What's more, douching can upset the normal balance of vaginal flora and increase your risk of vaginitis.


How can I tell when I have an infection?
If you have an odorless whitish discharge that's causing you discomfort such as itching or burning, or your vulva looks inflamed, you might well have a yeast infection. If your discharge ever becomes foul-smelling, or frothy or yellow, green, or gray in appearance (even without symptoms of irritation, itching, or burning), you might have a different kind of vaginitis or a sexually transmitted infection. In any case, you should see your practitioner for a diagnosis and appropriate treatment."

The above article was provided courtesy of the BabyCenter, L.L.C., a leading online pregnancy and parenting resource.

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Answer 3

This is Normal Yes....I'm 2 months pregnant and I have been having this "discharge" since when I first got pregnant. It happens to everyone

Answer 4

It is normal as long as it doesn't have a foul odor. Discharge can be a sign of a yeast infection or vaginosis, but if you don't have any itching or odor it is just from the hormone fluctuations. Just use a panty liner. If you are very worried ask you doctor at your next visit, but most likely it is just one of the many joys of pregnancy. lol

Answer 5

Yes it is normal. If it gets bothersome try wearing a panty liner. It happens because of the extra blood flow down there during pregnancy.

Answer 6

Yes it is normal as long as there is not a foul odor.
You should get a book about pregnancy. It will help answer your questions.
A good one is, "What to Expect When You're Expecting", and you can get it online or even at Wal-Mart. It is very helpful and informative.

Answer 7

Very normal

Answer 8

YES!!! It's so normal, and no one told me about it before I was pregnant either. It's clear and kinda slimy/sticky...it's more annoying than anything. Good luck!!

Answer 9

yes it's normal and you will begin to notice if you haven't already that your body will produce more saliva as well. This sometimes contributes to "morning sickness".

Answer 10

Sounds pretty normal too me. I could check with your doctor. If it smells funny, or starts changing color, then i would worry. You could have a yest infection. *Joy*