What causes white discharge after menstruation?

If the white discharge is not accompanied by other symptoms, it is a normal physiological phenomenon. Many women will experience an increase in leucorrhea after the menstrual period ends. This situation does not require special treatment and will disappear on its own after a few days. However, if the white discharge is accompanied by itching and odor, it may be chronic vaginitis or endocrine problems.

White discharge after menstruation is actually leucorrhea, and leucorrhea itself can reflect the reproductive health of women. Under normal circumstances, leucorrhea is transparent, and sometimes it will turn into pure white. Paying more attention to leucorrhea can effectively prevent a variety of gynecological diseases. So what is the reason for white discharge after menstruation?
1. Non-disease causes of white discharge after menstruation <br/>If the white discharge has no obvious odor and there is no vaginal itching or pain, then it is normal leucorrhea. It is normal to have more leucorrhea after menstruation. If other discomfort symptoms occur, treatment is needed. At this time, just pay attention to the hygiene of the lower body and change underwear frequently.
2. Causes of white discharge after menstruation
1. Chronic vaginitis <br/>Women with vaginitis will not only have increased vaginal discharge, but also have a distinct odor. The symptoms of increased vaginal discharge will always appear, not just after menstruation. Sometimes there will be a small amount of vaginal bleeding. If these symptoms appear together, it is best to have a regular vaginal discharge examination in time, and active treatment can quickly cure it.
2. Hormone level disorder <br/>The body's endocrine system is very easy to change before and after menstruation, so hormone level disorder may also occur after menstruation, which is a manifestation of endocrine disorder. Endocrine disorder can also cause an increase in white secretions. This situation can be regulated by taking hormone drugs or adjusting diet.