White discharge from down there ... ?!
Question: White discharge from down there ... .?
I'm 16, and I have this thick white from my vagina ocasionally. I've never had sex, and i was wondering what it is .... Health Question & Answer
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This should help you decide.
Once you start puberty a white and/or clear, non-foul smelling discharge (mucous) is normal. The vagina is self-cleaning. You will also have your own 'scent' (musky) and it will smell stronger to you than to others. This same discharge increases the closer you get to ovulation and when you are sexually aroused. Trust me, you don't ever want it to go away.
Different Types of Discharge:
White: Thick, white discharge is common at the beginning and end of your cycle. Normal white discharge is not accompanied by itching. If itching is present, thick white discharge can indicate a yeast infection.
Clear and stretchy: This is "fertile" mucous and means you are ovulating.
Clear and watery: This occurs at different times of your cycle and can be particularly heavy after exercising.
Yellow or Green: May indicate an infection, especially if thick or clumpy like cottage cheese or has a foul odor.
Brown: May happen right after periods, and is just "cleaning out" your vagina. Old blood looks brown.
Different types of infections:
Signs of yeast infections:
White, cottage cheese-like discharge
Swelling and pain around the vulva
Intense itching
Signs of bacterial vaginosis:
A white, gray or yellowish vaginal discharge
A fishy odor that is strongest after sex or after washing with soap
Itching or burning
Slight redness and swelling of the vagina or vulva
Signs of trichomoniasis
A watery, yellowish or greenish bubbly discharge
An unpleasant odor
Pain and itching when urinating
Most apparent after your period
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Once you start puberty a white and/or clear, non-foul smelling discharge (mucous) is normal. The vagina is self-cleaning. You will also have your own 'scent' (musky) and it will smell stronger to you than to others. This same discharge increases the closer you get to ovulation and when you are sexually aroused. Trust me, you don't ever want it to go away.
Different Types of Discharge:
White: Thick, white discharge is common at the beginning and end of your cycle. Normal white discharge is not accompanied by itching. If itching is present, thick white discharge can indicate a yeast infection.
Clear and stretchy: This is "fertile" mucous and means you are ovulating.
Clear and watery: This occurs at different times of your cycle and can be particularly heavy after exercising.
Yellow or Green: May indicate an infection, especially if thick or clumpy like cottage cheese or has a foul odor.
Brown: May happen right after periods, and is just "cleaning out" your vagina. Old blood looks brown.
Different types of infections:
Signs of yeast infections:
White, cottage cheese-like discharge
Swelling and pain around the vulva
Intense itching
Signs of bacterial vaginosis:
A white, gray or yellowish vaginal discharge
A fishy odor that is strongest after sex or after washing with soap
Itching or burning
Slight redness and swelling of the vagina or vulva
Signs of trichomoniasis
A watery, yellowish or greenish bubbly discharge
An unpleasant odor
Pain and itching when urinating
Most apparent after your period
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A white non-smelly discharge from 'down there' is very natural and is the body's natural lubricant to keep the vagina moist and at the correct acidity. When we get sexually aroused, there is more moisture produced to help lubricate the area ready for sex. The discharge varies through the monthly cycle from white, to a transparent more mucous consistency.
If the discharge is a bit like cottage cheese, and is causing itching or burning down there it is likely to be a very common thing women get called Thrush. There are creams (Canestan), pessaries and tablets you can get form the chemist, but if you chat to your GP practice nurse, I am sure she would sort you out without any embaressment. It is very, very common and most women get it quite often, so don't fret about it.
If the discharge is yellow/green, frothy or smell (perhaps of fish), this is another little infection that women can get, but will need some antibiotics from the doctor to clear it up.
Don't be worried about going to the doc's - they have seen your complaint many times before and won't make you feel uncomfortable.
I hope that puts your mind at rest.Health Question & Answer
If the discharge is a bit like cottage cheese, and is causing itching or burning down there it is likely to be a very common thing women get called Thrush. There are creams (Canestan), pessaries and tablets you can get form the chemist, but if you chat to your GP practice nurse, I am sure she would sort you out without any embaressment. It is very, very common and most women get it quite often, so don't fret about it.
If the discharge is yellow/green, frothy or smell (perhaps of fish), this is another little infection that women can get, but will need some antibiotics from the doctor to clear it up.
Don't be worried about going to the doc's - they have seen your complaint many times before and won't make you feel uncomfortable.
I hope that puts your mind at rest.Health Question & Answer
As long as there's no itching, burning, it's normal. It occurs right before your period starts or right after your period ends.
If the discharge was thinner, then it's usually ovulation.
ADD: For a yeast infection: The discharge would be creamy, white, and look kinda like cottage cheese. You would have discomfort and maybe pain, itching, burning. You would need to go to a Dr. if you had never been diagnosed with a yeast infection before. He'll probably prescribe Monistat. Water and cranberry pills will not help a yeast infection. Yeast infection affects vagina. Cranberry pills or juice changes the pH in the bladder and urinary tract to help prevent the growth of bacteria. They do NOT change the pH in the vagina.
For a UTI: The discharge would be green,
yellow, brown and slimy. You would have discomfort and maybe pain. Urgency and Frequency (feeling like you REALLY have to go and then not peeing much when you get to the bathroom; going often), burning on urination. If you've never been diagnosed with a UTI, go to the Dr! :) He'll probably prescribe an antibiotic and pyridium (if you say you're in pain). Daily cranberry pills can reduce the chance of UTI.
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If the discharge was thinner, then it's usually ovulation.
ADD: For a yeast infection: The discharge would be creamy, white, and look kinda like cottage cheese. You would have discomfort and maybe pain, itching, burning. You would need to go to a Dr. if you had never been diagnosed with a yeast infection before. He'll probably prescribe Monistat. Water and cranberry pills will not help a yeast infection. Yeast infection affects vagina. Cranberry pills or juice changes the pH in the bladder and urinary tract to help prevent the growth of bacteria. They do NOT change the pH in the vagina.
For a UTI: The discharge would be green,
yellow, brown and slimy. You would have discomfort and maybe pain. Urgency and Frequency (feeling like you REALLY have to go and then not peeing much when you get to the bathroom; going often), burning on urination. If you've never been diagnosed with a UTI, go to the Dr! :) He'll probably prescribe an antibiotic and pyridium (if you say you're in pain). Daily cranberry pills can reduce the chance of UTI.
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I found this on webMD for you I hope it helps!!
Vaginitis" is a medical term used to describe various conditions that cause infection or inflammation of the vagina. Vulvovaginitis refers to inflammation of both the vagina and vulva (the external female genitals). These conditions can result from a vaginal infection caused by organisms such as bacteria, yeast or viruses, as well as by irritations from chemicals in creams, sprays, or even clothing that is in contact with this area. In some cases, vaginitis results from organisms that are passed between sexual partners.
What Are the Symptoms of a Vaginal Infection.?
The symptoms of vaginitis can vary depending on what is causing the infection. Some women have no symptoms at all. Some of the more common symptoms of vaginitis include:
Abnormal vaginal discharge with an unpleasant odor.
Burning during urination.
Itching around the outside of the vagina.
Discomfort during intercourse.
Is Vaginal Discharge Normal.?
A woman's vagina normally produces a discharge that usually is described as clear or slightly cloudy, non-irritating, and odor-free. During the normal menstrual cycle, the amount and consistency of discharge can vary. At one time of the month there may be a small amount of a very thin or watery discharge; and at another time, a more extensive thicker discharge may appear. All of these descriptions could be considered normal.
A vaginal discharge that has an odor or that is irritating usually is considered an abnormal discharge. The irritation might be itching or burning, or both. The itching may be present at any time of the day, but it often is most bothersome at night. These symptoms often are made worse by sexual intercourse. It is important to see your doctor if there has been a change in the amount, color, or smell of the discharge.
What Are the Most Common Types of Vaginal Infections.?
The 6 most common types of vaginal infections are:
Candida or "yeast" infections
Bacterial vaginosis
Trichomoniasis vaginitis
Chlamydia vaginitis
Viral vaginitis
Non-infectious vaginitis
Although each of these vaginal infections can have different symptoms, it is not always easy for a woman to figure out which type of vaginal infection she has. In fact, diagnosis can even be tricky for an experienced doctor. Part of the problem is that sometimes more than one type of infection can be present at the same time. And, an infection may even be present without any symptoms at all.
To help you better understand these 6 major causes of vaginitis, let's look briefly at each one of them and how they are treated.
What Is Candida or a Vaginal "Yeast" Infection.?
Yeast infections of the vagina are what most women think of when they hear the term "vaginitis." Vaginal yeast infections are caused by one of the many species of fungus called Candida. Candida normally live in small numbers in the vagina, as well as in the mouth and digestive tract, of both men and women.
Yeast infections can produce a thick, white vaginal discharge with the consistency of cottage cheese although vaginal discharge may not always be present. Yeast infections usually cause the vagina and the vulva to be very itchy and red.
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Vaginitis" is a medical term used to describe various conditions that cause infection or inflammation of the vagina. Vulvovaginitis refers to inflammation of both the vagina and vulva (the external female genitals). These conditions can result from a vaginal infection caused by organisms such as bacteria, yeast or viruses, as well as by irritations from chemicals in creams, sprays, or even clothing that is in contact with this area. In some cases, vaginitis results from organisms that are passed between sexual partners.
What Are the Symptoms of a Vaginal Infection.?
The symptoms of vaginitis can vary depending on what is causing the infection. Some women have no symptoms at all. Some of the more common symptoms of vaginitis include:
Abnormal vaginal discharge with an unpleasant odor.
Burning during urination.
Itching around the outside of the vagina.
Discomfort during intercourse.
Is Vaginal Discharge Normal.?
A woman's vagina normally produces a discharge that usually is described as clear or slightly cloudy, non-irritating, and odor-free. During the normal menstrual cycle, the amount and consistency of discharge can vary. At one time of the month there may be a small amount of a very thin or watery discharge; and at another time, a more extensive thicker discharge may appear. All of these descriptions could be considered normal.
A vaginal discharge that has an odor or that is irritating usually is considered an abnormal discharge. The irritation might be itching or burning, or both. The itching may be present at any time of the day, but it often is most bothersome at night. These symptoms often are made worse by sexual intercourse. It is important to see your doctor if there has been a change in the amount, color, or smell of the discharge.
What Are the Most Common Types of Vaginal Infections.?
The 6 most common types of vaginal infections are:
Candida or "yeast" infections
Bacterial vaginosis
Trichomoniasis vaginitis
Chlamydia vaginitis
Viral vaginitis
Non-infectious vaginitis
Although each of these vaginal infections can have different symptoms, it is not always easy for a woman to figure out which type of vaginal infection she has. In fact, diagnosis can even be tricky for an experienced doctor. Part of the problem is that sometimes more than one type of infection can be present at the same time. And, an infection may even be present without any symptoms at all.
To help you better understand these 6 major causes of vaginitis, let's look briefly at each one of them and how they are treated.
What Is Candida or a Vaginal "Yeast" Infection.?
Yeast infections of the vagina are what most women think of when they hear the term "vaginitis." Vaginal yeast infections are caused by one of the many species of fungus called Candida. Candida normally live in small numbers in the vagina, as well as in the mouth and digestive tract, of both men and women.
Yeast infections can produce a thick, white vaginal discharge with the consistency of cottage cheese although vaginal discharge may not always be present. Yeast infections usually cause the vagina and the vulva to be very itchy and red.
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it's the way your vagina keeps itself clean: it's called vaginal discharge.
most of the time you don't even notice it, however when you're ovulating there's more.
however if it has a weird or unusual color or smell then contact a doctor, if not, don't worry: it's healthy.Health Question & Answer
most of the time you don't even notice it, however when you're ovulating there's more.
however if it has a weird or unusual color or smell then contact a doctor, if not, don't worry: it's healthy.Health Question & Answer
It's normal as you mature sexually. It could also be from your ovulation. Keep an eye on it and make sure it doesn't change in color or anything because that could be a yeast infection. Health Question & Answer
yeast infection, drink cranberry juice and eat yogurt.Health Question & Answer
dat normal guhh stop trippin...long az it aint itchin or funky lik fish, u str8
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