vaginal discharge
Natural feminine moisture
Vaginal discharge is fluid secreted from the vagina, varying in color, consistency, and amount throughout the menstrual cycle.
Normal discharge helps clean and lubricate the vagina.
Changes in discharge—unusual color, odor, or quantity—can indicate infection or other medical conditions: She went to the doctor because of abnormal vaginal discharge.
Fungal skin or mucosal condition
- bacterial vaginosisVaginal bacterial overgrowth condition
- candidiasisYeast-caused fungal infection
- thrushSpotted woodland vocalist
- trichomoniasisProtozoan sexually transmitted disease
chlamydia · gonorrhea · fishy odor · itching · burning · irritation · STI · greenish
Protective bodily secretion
- secretionSubstance released by glands
- ovulationEgg discharge from ovary
- lubricationCoating to reduce friction
- cervical mucusVaginal secretion indicating fertility
fertile window · menstrual cycle · estrogen · progesterone · hormonal changes · reproductive system · lactobacilli · pH balance
Destroys or stops mold growth
- fluconazoleAntifungal medication, generic form
- metronidazoleAntiparasitic and antibacterial medication
- antibioticsBacteria-destroying medicines
- probioticsLive microorganisms aiding digestion
prescription · gynecologist visit · oral medication · topical treatment · home remedies · yogurt · garlic · tea tree oil
Thin feminine hygiene pads
- breathable fabricMaterial allowing air circulation
- unscented soapCleanser without added fragrance
- feminine washGenital hygiene cleanser
- odor controlManaging unwanted smells
cleanliness · air drying · menstrual hygiene · laundry · bathing · personal care · loose clothing · probiotics
yeast infection
Fungal skin or mucosal condition
- bacterial vaginosisVaginal bacterial overgrowth condition
- candidiasisYeast-caused fungal infection
- thrushSpotted woodland vocalist
trichomoniasis · chlamydia · gonorrhea · fishy odor · itching · burning · irritation · STI · greenish · yellowish
mucus
Protective bodily secretion
- secretionSubstance released by glands
- ovulationEgg discharge from ovary
- lubricationCoating to reduce friction
cervical mucus · fertile window · menstrual cycle · estrogen · progesterone · hormonal changes · reproductive system · lactobacilli · pH balance · transudate
antifungal
Destroys or stops mold growth
- fluconazoleAntifungal medication, generic form
- metronidazoleAntiparasitic and antibacterial medication
- antibioticsBacteria-destroying medicines
probiotics · prescription · gynecologist visit · oral medication · topical treatment · home remedies · yogurt · garlic · tea tree oil
panty liners
Thin feminine hygiene pads
- breathable fabricMaterial allowing air circulation
- unscented soapCleanser without added fragrance
- feminine washGenital hygiene cleanser
odor control · cleanliness · air drying · menstrual hygiene · laundry · bathing · personal care · loose clothing · probiotics
- women's healthgynecologist, gynecology, menstruation, OB-GYN, period
- body fluidsblood, lymph, saliva, urine, sweat
- dischargespus, mucus, phlegm, exudate, effusion
- STI symptomsgenital warts, painful urination, chancre, sores, lesions
- vaginal conditionsbacterial vaginosis, yeast infection, candidiasis, BV, thrush
vaginal dischargesemen
Male reproductive secretion
ejaculate · seminal fluid · sperm · pre-ejaculate · menstrual blood
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