Can white discharge be checked before menstruation?

Patient's question:

I have an itchy lower body, and my underwear is always yellow. What's going on? Can I check the vaginal discharge before my period?

Doctor's answer:

Gynecological examinations, whether any type of test, are generally best avoided during menstruation. It can interfere with many tests. Therefore, it is best not to have an examination in the week before menstruation or within one week after it ends. However, if menstruation is very regular, it can be done 3-4 days before it starts, but it is generally better to avoid it. This will ensure more accurate results.

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