Patient's question:
What is the normal discharge of a woman? I have noticed that my discharge has been very yellow and thick lately, like mucus. Please ask: Is increased discharge harmful?Doctor's answer:
Leukorrhea is a viscous white liquid discharged from the vagina of women. It is divided into physiological and pathological types. Physiological leukorrhea is often related to the endocrine system. It is generally caused by gynecological inflammation, where inflammation stimulates the increase of leukorrhea, often accompanied by symptoms such as lower back pain, abdominal pain, and lower abdominal fullness. Leukorrhea may cause the lower part of a woman to feel wet. It is important to pay attention to personal hygiene, frequently clean the local area, and change underwear frequently to maintain dryness. It is also recommended to eat light, nutritious foods and avoid extremely cold, spicy, or irritating foods. Additionally, sexual hygiene should be maintained, including showering and urinating before and after sexual activity. Leukorrhea increase is an easily occurring gynecological disease, and medication should be taken during this period.