Question 1

what is a vaginal discharge?

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Many things: Vaginal discharge can be many things.  Sometimes yeast can cause this, or BV (bacterial overgrowth).  Many sexually transmitted infections (gonorrhea, chlamydia, etc) can also cause this.  For discharge that lasts more than a few days, especially if it burns, itches, or hurts, see your doctor.

Question 2

what is a white vaginal discharge that has a sweet smell?

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Sounds normal: There is nearly always at least a little bit of vaginal discharge, which is perfectly normal, and the odor could be described as slightly sweet.

Question 3

what is the cause of a vaginal discharge if it's not an std or a yeast infection?

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One possibility: Bacterial vaginosis is one possibility. Please get this checked by your gynecologist or your family doctor.

Question 4

what causes vaginal discharge?

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Several Possible: A vaginal discharge may be caused my several factors.  Since no other information is provided, the possible causes could be physiologic or infectious.  Infection from Yeast, Trichomonas or Bacterial Vaginosis may cause a vaginal discharge.  Cervical inflammation or infection may cause a discharge.  On the other hand a discharge may be caused by ovulation, normal vaginal secretions, or recent sex.

Question 5

can white vaginal discharge ok?

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That depends: Yeast infections present w thick, white, chunky discharge w/o odor that can cause itching, burning w intercourse/ urination, pain, redness ; swelling. Normal vaginal discharge is called leukorrhea. It is composed of cellular debris, vaginal secretions ; bacteria ; is stimulated by ^ vaginal blood flow ; ^ estrogen.  ^ is seen w ovulation ; pregnancy. It can be thin or thick ; white to yellowish. &gt;.

Question 6

vaginal discharge with foul odor?

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See your gyn: Most likely bacterial vaginoisis or thich , but could be other causes, u need an exam , cultures and an ultrasound.

Question 7

is vaginal discharge normal everyday?

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Yes: Discharge is not indication for severe infection.

Question 8

having a problem of vaginal discharge?

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If there is a: significant change in color, consistency, smell of discharge or problems like swelling, itching, burning, pain, redness  then evaluation is in order.

Question 9

i have brown bloody vaginal discharge?

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That is likely old: Deoxygenated blood being cleaned from the  uterus. If not occurring in conjunction with period it could be breakthrough bleeding.

Question 10

what age does vaginal discharge start?

Accepted Answer

Related to menarche: Most commonly vaginal discharge about midway into puberty at age 11 - 13 years. However, some girls have precotious puberty and can start having periods as early as age 8 - 9 years with vaginal discharge starting 6 - 12 months before that.

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