Patient's question:
I am 30 years old this year. Since giving birth to my child, my leukorrhea has not been very normal. It is yellow in color, very viscous, and the amount is also particularly large. Please ask: How can abnormal leukorrhea in the early stages be judged?Doctor's answer:
Leukorrhea is a viscous white liquid discharged from the vagina of women, composed of secretions from the Bartholin's glands, cervical glands, endometrial secretions, exudate from vaginal mucosa, and shed vaginal epithelial cells. Leukorrhea contains lactobacilli, lysozyme, and antibodies, which have the effect of inhibiting bacterial growth. During sexual activity, leukorrhea increases continuously, acting as a lubricant for the vagina and facilitating sexual intercourse. Generally, leukorrhea increases in amount and becomes thin and translucent during the mid-cycle of menstruation; after menopause, it becomes viscous, cloudy, and in lesser quantity. Both before menstruation and during pregnancy, leukorrhea tends to increase continuously.