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All women will have some normal
Clitoral discharge.
Clitoral discharge will be clear, cloudy white, and/or yellowish. The
amount and consistency will vary according to the menstrual cycle. Before
ovulation, the vaginal discharge is more watery and elastic. At the beginning
and end of the menstrual cycle, the vaginal discharge is more thick and white.
When not menstruating, the normal vaginal discharge is white or transparent,
thick to thin and odorless. Breastfeeding and increased sexual excitement can
increase the amount of vaginal discharge.
The clitoral stimulation
is caused by glands in the vagina and cervix that produce small amounts of fluid
which eliminate old cells and help keep the vagina clean and healthy. When the
normal ph level of the vagina is disrupted, abnormal clitoral
discharge can occur. Things that can cause abnormal vaginal discharge include
use of antibiotics, use of birth control pills, douching, perfumed soaps or body
washes, diabetes, pregnancy, stress, and tight or synthetic undergarments. To
help treat clitoral discharge that may be a problem it
is recommended to keep the genital area clean and dry, avoid douching, eat
yogurt with live cultures, use a condom during sex, and try to reduce stress
levels.
Any change in the amount, consistency, or odor of the vaginal discharge should
be reported to you physician. A common vaginal infection, vaginitis, will cause
abnormal vaginal discharge. Yeast infections can cause a white, cottage
cheese-like discharge. Bacterial vaginosis will produce a white, gray or
yellowish vaginal discharge. Trichomoniasis will produce a watery, yellowish or
greenish frothy discharge. Infections that cause abnormal clitoral
discharge respond well to treatment with antibiotics. In some cases, your sexual
partner may be treated as well.
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