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My menstrual cycle just went off 5 days ago today i went to the restroom an wipe myself an i had slimy clear discharge on the tissue what this mean.

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Sounds normal: You are describing a normal period. Spotting and discharge on the last few days is common as the last of the blood is coming out. If you think there is heavy discharge then schedule a visit to be tested for stds and infection.

Dr Anderson agreed

Answered 1/27/2016

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