A 27-year-old female asked:

i lost my mucous plug a week or so ago. since then, my vaginal discharge has decreased. is this normal? i'm almost 37 weeks pregnant.

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Dr. Karen Jones answered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 37 years experience

It can be normal: Though most pregnant women will notice an increase in vaginal discharge after losing the mucus plug, it is ok to notice less discharge. This is not a problem.

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