Sticky discharge is one of the most common types of discharge women deal with. It usually occurs before and after period, and results due to low estrogen levels in the body. The consistency of sticky vaginal discharge goes from thick and clumpy to creamy and pasty, while the color ranges from clear to cloudy white or pale yellow. If accompanied by a bad fishy odor, unusually yellow or greenish color, vaginal itching, swelling or redness, the discharge may indicate the presence of an infection instead.
Experiencing vaginal discharge every now and then is normal, but if you happen to be pregnant, you will notice a lot more discharge than usually. As a matter of fact, milky white discharge is one of the most common signs of pregnancy, and one of the first you should expect to see. There are certain circumstances in which creamy white vaginal discharge may be abnormal, indicating the presence of an infection that needs to be addressed immediately to prevent complications.
As unpleasant and bothersome as it might be, vaginal discharge is an important part of the vagina’s self-cleaning mechanism. The vaginal mucus helps flush out bacteria and maintain a healthy balance of the vaginal flora, preventing infections and ensuring that the vaginal environment is always clean.
Period changes mean that something is happening in your body and you should pay attention. If my period is very light, I know that I must have an urgent visit to the doctor. This is usually not something normal, especially if the condition appears suddenly.