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Doctor insights on: I Am 31 Weeks Pregnant With Thick Odorless White Discharge And Have Sharp Vaginal Pains Is This Normal

Discharge-Y, pain-N: Discharge is very normal. If symptoms like itching or burning accompany the discharge it is not normal. Pain, while common in pregnancy, should be evaluated to verify there is not something concerning going on. It is common to have vaginal pressure and occasionally sharp pains most of which prove to be ligament strains for example. ...Read more

Not clear : Continue to communicate with your doctor. Recent intercourse is also a possibility if it occurred postcoitally. ...Read more

Are you using gel?: Are you using the vaginal gel now? If so the you are likely seeing the gel. Metronidazole gel once placed inside the vaginal would look thick and whitish. If you have already finished the medication and now are experiencing discharge you may have a yeast infection. ...Read more

Yes: When using the antibiotic vaginal cream it is common to have a white to cream discharge. It is some cream coming out plus vaginal discharge. This is nothing to worry about. ...Read more

You can't know: For sure without an exam and an urinalysis. It is important to get a diagnosis and treatment since you are pregnant. If you can't get to a clinic/lab over the weekend, you can drink lots of cranberry juice. You can also clean yourself off VERY well, go into a clean cup or jar and check for any odor. Leave it at room temp overnight, if not infected, it should still be clear and nearly odorless. ...Read more

See you Ob: Might be sign of infection or preterm labor. See you ob/gynecologist. ...Read more

Not unusual: Notify your OB if you have bright red blood with period like flow or cramping/contractions associated with it. Also, want to make sure you are not leaking any fluid. If recent intercourse could be old blood from cervical irritation... The cervix has a lot of blood flow right now so any irrtation could cause some bleeding. If isolated and no longer there you are ok, otherwise talk to OB if bothersome. ...Read more

Yes: Vaginal discharge changes in the 3rd trimester. It can get thick and white or thin and watery. White discharge is usually normal, however, if it is clumpy or accompanied by itching, pain, or a fishy odor it may be a sign of a yeast or bacterial infection. ...Read more

1 cm dilated: If you are 1 cm dilated and 50% effaced then you are at risk for preterm labor. Normally your doctor would give you steroids to help the fetal lungs develop. Some doctors would have you on bedrest at home or in the hospital. Some would do a test called a FFN (fetal fibronectin). IF you are now having pain then you should be evaluated in labor and delivery immediately for preterm labor. ...Read more

Exam and testing : Vaginal discharge requires an examination to determine the cause and treatment. Bacterial vaginosis is the most common cause and often has a vaginal odor. Vaginal itching can be a sign of a yeast infection. Sometimes vaginal discharge can be a sign of a sexual transmitted infection. Testing is important to determine the treatment and keep you and your partner safe. ...Read more

Until absorbed : Until the medication is absorbed it will be there. Some get yeast infections after antibiotic use. It does not affect nuvaring. ...Read more

Yeast Infection: This is likely a yeast infection. You will need antibiotics to treat this. I would recommend you visit your doctor for an evaluation and treatment. ...Read more

Infection ; hormones: Some vaginal discharge can be normal. As you go through the month your hormones cause changes in the discharge as does sexual stimulation. In some cases though discharge can be a sign of infection. Causes incluse yeast, bacterial vaginosis, and stds. There are simple tests that can be done in the office to determine if this is normal or not. ...Read more

Doesn't sound like: It, see your gynecologist to be sure ...Read more

Discharge can vary: Vaginal discharge can differ in amount, consistency and appearance during your cycle. Water intake, decongestants, etc. The important thing is, itching, burring, malodorousness- all are signs of infection- see your physician. ...Read more

Not certain - but...: Symptoms of a yeast infection may include: burning, redness & itching of the vulva; burning with urination & vaginal intercourse & a clumpy, white, vaginal discharge with no odor. Sometimes the discharge isn’t apparent. ...Read more

BV?: These could be symptoms of bacterial vaginosis which is a benign infection treated with antibiotics or other infections. I suggest see your primary doc for eval, culture and treatment. 14 months is too long to sit on this. ...Read more

Different issues: Your breast discharge likely needs evaluation to make sure there's nothing wrong, see a doctor for breast exam and history. The vaginal discharge is not related to breast discharge. Normal for there to be some variation w/ discharge thru cycle. If itching or foul smell, see a doctor. The hip pain sounds musculoskeletal. Sounds like appt with doctor who can address that issue and breast is best. ...Read more

Here are some ...: If all negative, one needs to ask what has mentally and/or physically bothered you most. Thereby, decide the necessity of care if possible. If possible, what? If "what" could not be found, one then has learn to cope with it with all supportive means. With all these and logic in mind, hopefully, you and your Doc can together figure out some reasonable solution for your "problem". Best wish ... ...Read more

Not exactly: These symptoms are common with estrogen stimulation of the uterus, vagina & breast. Are you taking hormones? Are you using any "natural" supplements to ease menopause symptoms? Other medications and foods can cause an estrogen like reaction in the body. Don't panic, but have it checked by your gyne. ...Read more

Need evaluation: If you are having labor pains at 31 weeks, you need immediate evaluation. See your OB doctor right away, or go to your hospital where you will deliver the baby for evaluation right away. ...Read more

Call the Ob-Gyn Dr.: A 31-week pregnant woman with a tummy that gets hard can call her Ob-Gyn doctor and go get examined at the doctor's office or at the hospital's labor and delivery ward. The doctor will be checking for preterm labor, which can lead to a preterm birth (and all the problems that come with premature babies). Preterm labor is serious, so it is important to be examined by an experienced physician. ...Read more

No: No

How low?: Oligohydramnios is defined as afi <2.5%tile for gestational age (or: afi <5cm, mvp <2cm); it can be due to rupture of the amniotic membranes, maternal dehydration, bilateral fetal renal dysgenesis, or fetal growth restriction (+/- fetal aneuploidy). Fetal surveillance is indicated twice weekly, and delivery by 34-37 weeks depending on your mfm's advice. Maintain hydration, avoid exercise, get u/s. ...Read more

It is normal: The vaginal "discharge" you describe by sticking your finger in the vagina is normal as it doesn't itch or have an odor. ...Read more

Vaginal discharge: Emergency contraception is not typically associated with vaginal discharge. There are a variety of causes of vaginal discharge. You can monitor and see if it resolves on its own. If not then schedule a visit with an Obgyn for testing. ...Read more

Pregnancy?: It unclear. Wait 4 days a repeat the test. ...Read more

Light Bleeding: Rest assured that in the early weeks of pregnancy, a little spotting or bleeding is very common. The most common cause for experiencing a brown discharge during pregnancy, especially in the later half of the first trimester, is that the body is getting rid of the older blood remnants in the cervix. As the baby grows, the original blood which is used to protect the womb is no longer required. ...Read more

Pregnancy possible: If you took Plan B too late you may be pregnant. The discharge is typical of early pregnancy. Please do a home pregnancy test. ...Read more

See below : Discharge is likely vaginal in origin and is either related to the normal increased physiological vaginal discharge commonly seen with pregnancy and of no significance or it may be related to a vaginal infection (vaginitis) such as a yeast infection. If discharge is associated with burning, itching, irritation, bleeding, or other bothersome symptoms, recommend you notify your physician. ...Read more