A thin, clear or whitish discharge from
the vagina is normal. This discharge varies in consistency
& quantity with the stage of the menstrual cycle, during
sexual arousal, & during pregnancy. An abnormal discharge
is usually caused by infection & should be investigated
by your doctor.
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Product: Charak product for
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A vaginal yeast infection is a likely cause of your discharge,
particularly if it is associated with genital irritation.
SELF HELP
Use an over-the-counter antifungal preparation. Consult your
doctor if you are not certain about the diagnosis or if treatment
does not relieve your symptoms.
Normal appearance but heavier
than usual
Do any of the following apply?
You are taking oral contraceptives
You have an IUD
POSSIBLE CAUSE
These forms of contraceptions may cause an increase in
normal vaginal secretions.
MEDICAL HELP
Make an appointment to see your doctor if you are concerned
or if you develop genital irritation.
You are pregnant
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Increased vaginal secretion is normal in pregnancy.
MEDICAL HELP
Make an appointment to see your doctor if you are concerned
or if you develop genital irritation.
None of the above
POSSIBLE CAUSE
CERVICAL EROSION may be the cause of your increased discharge.
MEDICAL HELP
Make an appointment to see your doctor.
Greenish yellow
Do you have either of the following
symptoms?
Fever
POSSIBLE CAUSE
You could have an infection.
MEDICAL HELP
Call your doctor within 24 hrs.
Lower abdominal pain
Neither
POSSIBLE CAUSES
TRICHOMONIASIS & BACTERIAL VAGINOSIS are both possible
causes of this type of discharge.
MEDICAL HELP
Make an appointment to see your doctor.
None of the above
If you cannot
identify a possible cause for your discharge from this chart, make
an appointment to see your doctor.
