Sexual Health
How can abnormal vaginal discharge bring these hazards? What kind of vaginal discharge is normal
In addition to your aunt, female girlfriends also have things like vaginal discharge. Leucorrhea is a discharge from the vagina, and by observing whether it is normal, one can self test the health status of the reproductive tract.
Is vaginal discharge normal?
There is not only one state of normal vaginal discharge. The morphology of normal vaginal discharge changes with the following factors:
1. Menstrual cycle
At different stages of the menstrual cycle, there may be different types of vaginal discharge.
(1) Egg white sample, brushed large amount of vaginal discharge
During the menstrual cycle, the peak of estrogen is during ovulation. At this time, the secretion function of the cervical columnar epithelium, vaginal mucosa, glands, etc. is strong. During ovulation, there is a large amount of vaginal discharge, which is transparent and protein like. The external genitalia is moist, and there are traces of secretions in the underwear.
Next, during the luteal phase, the overall congestion and secretion of pelvic floor organs increase before and after menstruation, the external genitalia feels damp, and there are traces of vaginal discharge in the underwear.
This is normal, and many women don't have to worry at all.
(2) Viscous vaginal discharge that turns yellow
After ovulation, entering the luteal phase, the secretion of pregnancy hormones increases. At this time, the secretion of the vaginal discharge decreases, becomes sticky, and a large number of cells shed. At this time, the vaginal discharge becomes white or even yellow.
2. Living habits
The characteristics of vaginal discharge can also be influenced by factors such as drinking water, diet, environment, work, personal hygiene, and lifestyle habits.
The minor changes listed below are also within the normal range:
Obviously, if you drink less water, your vaginal discharge will turn yellow;
Sometimes, eating chili peppers, seafood, etc. for several consecutive days may cause changes in vaginal discharge traits, but it will return to normal after a few days.
The correct method at this point is to wipe the external genitalia with clean water every night, keeping it dry and clean.
What is the reason for the sudden appearance of excessive vaginal discharge?
1. Cervicitis
Labor lacerations, changes in sex hormones, and sexual behavior can cause cervicitis and cervical erosion, which may increase the brown color of vaginal discharge.
2. Psychogenic leukorrhea
Due to mental stimulation, there is a continuous increase in external vaginal and cervical secretions.
3. Acute vaginitis
Vaginitis is the most common inflammation of the female reproductive organs, which can occur at all ages. The clinical manifestations of acute vaginitis include increased vaginal discharge, frequent urination, urgency, and pain in urination. The external genitalia has varying degrees of itching, burning, or pain, and is accompanied by fever in the acute phase.