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I know its normal, but what is the cause of the white clumpy discharge that comes with talking metronidazole vaginal gel?

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Dr. Lori Poling answered

Discharge: Vaginal discharge is a common side affect eith this medication. Also, you go thru normal sloughing of cells in that area during this time due to treatment.

Answered 8/24/2016

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A member asked:

I know its normal, but what is the cause of the white clumpy discharge that comes with talking metronidazole vaginal gel?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Lori Poling answered

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