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Can birth control change the color, smell, and amount of your vaginal discharge?

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Dr. Jeffrey Levine answered

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Yes it Can: Birth control pills (BCPs) alter your hormonal levels, which can affect the color, smell and amount of your vaginal discharge; all of which is normal. BCPs can also alter the carbohydrate concentration and pH of your vagina, which can increase the risk for yeast infections in some women.

Dr Karandish agreed

Answered 10/21/2018

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