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Vaginal discharge in pregnancyYou will always have some vaginal discharge starting a year or 2 before puberty and ending after the menopause. How much discharge you have changes from time to time. It usually gets heavier just before your period. When you're pregnant, it's normal to have more discharge than before. Healthy
vaginal discharge is usually thin, clear or milky white, and should not smell unpleasant. Non-urgent advice: Call your midwife if you have vaginal discharge and:
Any of these could be symptoms of a vaginal infection. Is it normal to have vaginal discharge in pregnancy?Yes. It is normal to have more vaginal discharge in pregnancy. This helps prevent any infections travelling up from the vagina to the womb. Towards the end of pregnancy, the amount of discharge increases further. In the last week or so of pregnancy, it may contain streaks of sticky, jelly-like pink mucus. This is called a "show", and happens when the mucus that's been present in your cervix during pregnancy comes away. It's a sign that the body is starting to prepare for birth. You may have a few small "shows" in the days before you go into labour. Read more about the signs that labour has begun. Thrush in pregnancyThrush is an infection that can cause unusual vaginal discharge. if you get thrush when you're pregnant, it can easily be treated - talk to your midwife or doctor. Thrush can cause:
Always talk to your doctor, pharmacist or midwife if you think you have thrush, as there are some thrush medicines you should not use while you're pregnant. You can help prevent thrush by wearing loose cotton underwear. You may find it helps to avoid perfumed soap or perfumed bath products. Find out more about vaginal discharge. Page last reviewed: 31 March 2021
3-minute read All women, whether they’re pregnant or not, have some vaginal discharge starting a year or 2 before puberty and ending after the menopause. How much discharge you have changes from time to time and it usually gets heavier just before your period. Is it normal to have vaginal discharge in pregnancy?Almost all women have more vaginal discharge in pregnancy. This is quite normal and happens for a few reasons. During pregnancy the cervix (neck of the womb) and vaginal walls get softer and discharge increases to help prevent any infections travelling up from the vagina to the womb. Increased levels of the hormones progesterone can also make you produce more fluid. Increased discharge is a normal part of pregnancy, but it’s important to keep an eye on it and tell your doctor or midwife if it changes in any way. How does vaginal discharge change during pregnancy?Increased discharge can be a sign that you are pregnant — though many things can influence vaginal discharge so you can’t be sure this is the reason. The amount of discharge may increase throughout the pregnancy. Towards the end, there may be so much you confuse it with urine. Towards the end of pregnancy, the amount of discharge increases and can be confused with urine. In the last week or so of pregnancy, your discharge may contain streaks of thick mucus and some blood. This is called a 'show' and happens when the mucus that has been present in your cervix during pregnancy comes away. It's a sign that the body is starting to prepare for birth, and you may have a few small 'shows' in the days before you go into labour. When to see your midwife or doctorYou should tell your midwife or doctor if your vaginal discharge increases a lot in later pregnancy. If you have any vaginal bleeding in pregnancy, you should contact your midwife or doctor urgently, as it can sometimes be a sign of a more serious problem such as a miscarriage or a problem with the placenta. Normal healthy discharge should:
Tell your midwife or doctor if:
If the discharge is coloured or smells strange, or if you feel itchy or sore, you may have a vaginal infection such as thrush, which your doctor can treat easily, or bacterial vaginosis. Do not try to treat it yourself — always talk to your doctor, pharmacist or midwife if you think you have an infection. You can help prevent thrush by wearing loose cotton underwear, and some women find it helps to avoid perfumed soap or perfumed bath products. Learn more here about the development and quality assurance of healthdirect content. Last reviewed: November 2020
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You are welcome to continue browsing this site with this browser. Some features, tools or interaction may not work correctly. Is vaginal discharge a sign of pregnancy?An increase in vaginal discharge may even be a sign of pregnancy. Anyone with a vagina can experience discharge from this part of the body. Vaginal discharge is normal, and it can tell a person a lot about their body, including whether they have an infection, where they are in their menstrual cycle, and even their level of hydration.
Is it normal to have light discharge in early pregnancy?Vaginal discharge is generally not a sign that you're pregnant, but in the early days of pregnancy, you might notice some light spotting called implantation bleeding. This can happen when the fertilized egg implants in the uterine lining.
Is it normal to have mucus discharge in early pregnancy?If you are pregnant, however, you can expect to experience vaginal discharge throughout your pregnancy. Vaginal Discharge and Cervical Mucus It is normal for your body to discharge fluids throughout the menstrual cycle, and cervical mucus is one component of this vaginal discharge.
What does it mean when you have white discharge during pregnancy?Vaginal discharge is common for female throughout the month. Well, these vaginal discharge changes from time to time especially during the early stages of your pregnancy. This type of vaginal discharge is known as leukorrhea. It is a thin and milky white substance.
Is discharge a very early sign of pregnancy?Besides bleeding, a woman may notice a white, milky discharge from their vagina. That's related to the thickening of the vagina's walls, which starts almost immediately after conception. The increased growth of cells lining the vagina causes the discharge.
How soon can discharge indicate pregnancy?It occurs anywhere from six to 12 days after the egg is fertilized. The cramps resemble menstrual cramps, so some women mistake them and the bleeding for the start of their period. The bleeding and cramps, however, are slight. Besides bleeding, a woman may notice a white, milky discharge from their vagina.
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