Why does a woman have vaginal discharge?

Answer 1

Vaginal discharge is the result of secretions produced from small glands in the lining of the vagina and the cervix.

first the mucous helps in neutralising the acidic balance of the vagina.
the mucous also acts as a lubricant to make it easier during sexual intercourse.

Normal vaginal fluids can vary. They might be thin and slightly sticky to thick and gooey. They can be clear to white or off-white in color. The amount of discharge can also vary depending upon a girl's menstrual cycle. For example, fluids tend to be a bit heavier around the time a girl ovulates (say: av-yuh-lates), which is when an egg is released from the ovary and moves into the fallopian tube.

Normal discharge should have a slight odor and should never cause itching or burning. Problems like itching, a strong odor, or a change in color (such as brown, gray, or green) indicate that a girl may have a vaginal infection and needs to see a doctor.

Answer 2

It's cleaning itself out. Vaginal discharge is normal.

The only time it isn't is if it changes to a bad consistency (cottage-cheese like) and smells.

Answer 3

It's the body's way of cleansing the vaginal canal.

Yeah... fun stuff ;)