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Is discharge normal or something to be concerned about?

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Dr. Donald Alves answered

Specializes in Emergency Medicine

Almost never normal: The "from where" part would help solidify answer. Vaginal secretions are normal, in excess / with odor, etc. Is not. Nasal secretions not. Eye not. Sounds like you have a concern, and should get an exam to be sure there is not an infection or other problem present.

Answered 5/21/2013

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