What are the symptoms of abnormal leucorrhea?

Abnormal vaginal discharge usually manifests as a change in color, texture, odor, or amount, and may be a sign of gynecological problems. Normal vaginal discharge should be transparent or milky white, have no odor, and be thin or slightly sticky. If the vaginal discharge is abnormal, such as yellow, green, bloody, or has an odor, or the texture becomes thick or thin like water, it needs to be taken seriously.

Leucorrhea is a secretion of the female reproductive system, mainly composed of secretions from the vaginal mucosa, cervical glands and endometrium. Its main function is to keep the vagina moist and prevent bacterial infection. Under normal circumstances, the amount and texture of leucorrhea will vary with the menstrual cycle. For example, during ovulation, the amount of leucorrhea will increase, and the texture will become transparent and stringy; before and after menstruation, leucorrhea may become viscous or decrease. These are all normal physiological phenomena.

When leucorrhea is abnormal, it may indicate some problems in the body. For example, yellow or green leucorrhea with a strange smell may be a manifestation of bacterial vaginitis or trichomoniasis; leucorrhea that is like tofu dregs and accompanied by vulvar itching may be a candidal infection; leucorrhea with blood may be related to cervicitis, cervical polyps or more serious gynecological diseases. If the abnormal leucorrhea is accompanied by abdominal pain, fever, sexual intercourse pain and other symptoms, it is necessary to pay attention to it in time.

When facing abnormal vaginal discharge, you should first maintain good personal hygiene habits, avoid using strong irritating lotions to clean the vulva, choose cotton underwear and change it frequently. In terms of diet, eat less spicy and irritating foods, and eat more fruits and vegetables rich in vitamins and fiber, which will help enhance immunity. If abnormal vaginal discharge lasts for more than a week, or is accompanied by other uncomfortable symptoms, it is recommended to see a doctor as soon as possible, and clarify the cause through gynecological examination and necessary laboratory tests to avoid delaying treatment.