Discharge is
a sign of being
clean, not dirty.
Post-Period
Discharge can be reddish brown towards the end of a period. If it’s not near your period, that’s unusual and you should tell your doctor.
STI
Greenish discharge might be a symptom of having an STI, like Trichomoniasis or Gonorrhoea.
BV
Grey discharge with a strong, fish-like scent might be a sign of BV.
Thrush
White discharge with a cottage cheese texture may indicate thrush.
Bleached
Discharge may cause slight staining of the underwear and occurs more noticeably when estrogen levels are higher.
Dried Discharge
This is an example of what everyday, healthy discharge looks like. The colour and texture of healthy discharge can vary.
Clear Discharge
This is an example of what everyday, healthy discharge looks like. The colour and texture of healthy discharge can vary.
Creamy Discharge
This is an example of what everyday, healthy discharge looks like. The colour and texture of healthy discharge can vary.
Ref:
- https://www.brook.org.uk/your-life/discharge/
- https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/vaginal-discharge/
- https://www.healthline.com/health/menopause/perimenopause-discharge
- https://www.issm.info/sexual-health-qa/what-is-vaginal-discharge-and-what-is-the-purpose-of-it
- https://www.healthline.com/health/menopause/perimenopause-discharge
- https://www.issm.info/sexual-health-qa/what-is-vaginal-discharge-and-what-is-the-purpose-of-it
- https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/bartholins-cyst/
- https://www.msdmanuals.com/en-gb/home/women-s-health-issues/symptoms-of-gynecologic-disorders/vaginal-discharge
- https://www.canesten.co.uk/intimate-health/bacterial-vaginosis
- https://www.canesten.co.uk/intimate-health/thrush
- https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/vaginal-discharge/
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