Increase in vaginal discharge
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Vaginal discharge increasing
Abnormal vaginal discharge
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Content updated on May 23, 2022
Description
it's normal for discharge to increase with sexual arousal and ovulation. Exercise, use of birth control pills, and emotional stress may also result in increased vaginal discharge. Abnormal vaginal discharge is usually caused by an infection.
When to See a Doctor
Seek professional care if you experience any of the following symptoms
Abdominal pain
Abnormal menstruation
Abdominal bloating sensation
Possible Causes
- Candida vulvovaginitis
This is a fungal infection by Candida that affects the vaginal area. Candida normally exists on skin linings with no issues. An infection occurs when the vaginal skin changes in character such that it promotes an overgrowth of Candida. People with weakened immune system or are on birth control pills may be at increased risk.
- Bacterial vaginosis
The human vagina in a healthy state contains several types of bacteria. When the balance of bacteria is disrupted, some types can overgrow and cause symptoms. Common triggers are vaginal washing, sexual intercourse, or use of an Intrauterine Device
- Trichomoniasis
Infection of the vagina by a parasite called Trichomonas. The disease is sexually transmitted, but does not cause any symptoms in men.
- Pregnancy
- Chlamydia infection
- Vaginitis
Uterine cancer
Related Serious Diseases
Premature rupture of membranes
Premature rupture of membranes (PROM) is a rupture of the membranes (amniotic sac) before labor begins, close to term. If membrane rupture occurs before 37 weeks' , it's called preterm PROM. PROM occurs in about 8% to 10% of all pregnancies. In most cases, the cause of PROM is unknown. Risk factors include infections of the uterus/ cervix/ vagina. or Increased amniotic fluid cauing too much stretching of the amniotic sac.
- Pelvic inflammatory disease
- Uterine adnexitis
Questions your doctor may ask about this symptom
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this symptom
Have you experienced increased vaginal discharge recently?
Are you experiencing mental stress or physical exhaustion?
Have you had vaginal bleeding, brown or pink colored vaginal discharge outside of your periods? Or, after the menopause?
Have you experienced increased vaginal discharge recently?
Do you have a thick white vaginal discharge like cottage cheese or yogurt?
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Medically Reviewed By:
Seiji Kanazawa, MD, PHD
Obstetrics and gynecology (OBGYN)
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Seiji Kanazawa, MD, PHD
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National Center for Child Health and Development, Japan