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I haven't had my menstrual cycle for two months, but i am also nursing. these couple of past days i've been noticing some white mucus discharge.

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Dr. Matt Wachsman answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Cannot say in: your particular case AND nursing generally suppresses periods at least somewhat. White mucus discharge is not generally abnormal. Irritaiton, pain, odor, worsening would be signs. Regular follow up post-partum usually includes a visit 3 months out ?

Answered 11/16/2014

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