Jelly-like discharge in women, transparent, odorless: what is it?

Causes of jelly-like discharge

Mucus from the vagina is secreted by all women of reproductive age. Its color and smell indicate the presence of a disease or indicate absolute health. At the same time, jelly-like discharge in women can be considered both as a variant of the norm and as a sign of pathology. It is necessary to figure out in advance in which cases medical assistance is needed and when there is no cause for alarm.

Peculiarities

The main fear of every woman who wants and is waiting for pregnancy is the possibility of determining the norm from the pathology. When should you be concerned? Should you be concerned if the discharge increases slightly and changes color? What are generally important features that you need to know about?

First of all, it is worth remembering the amount of discharge. Secretions in small quantities should not cause concern to a woman, even if they are pinkish, yellowish or creamy. In some cases, a smearing pasty consistency from the vagina is allowed if the established cause is the outpouring of menstrual blood on top of the fertilized egg. Even in this case, the woman notes the standard manifestations and symptoms characteristic of the onset of menstruation, since in fact this is what happens - menstruation begins.

Causes

Jelly-like discharge can appear under the influence of a number of factors:

• menstrual cycle. A thick consistency of mucus is noted during the period of ovulation and before the arrival of the regulus;
• pregnancy. With successful fertilization, the level of hormones changes significantly, for this reason the secretion becomes like jelly;
• menopause Hormonal changes occur in the body, which entails similar changes;
• discharge when excited. During sexual intercourse, a kind of lubricant is produced that protects the mucous membranes from damage and provides better glide;
• exposure to stress. The production of hormones is suppressed, the nature of secretion undergoes changes;
• taking oral contraceptives and hormonal medications;
• allergy;
• failure to comply with intimate hygiene rules. The vaginal microflora is disrupted, and as a result, secretion becomes somewhat different.

Among the pathological causes that provoke the appearance of white or bloody discharge, similar in consistency to jelly, are the following:

• infectious and inflammatory processes;
• problems with the fallopian tubes;
• damage to endometrial cells;
• improper functioning of the vaginal vestibule.

As a rule, such changes are observed against the background of disorders in the endocrine or hormonal system, with the development of inflammatory and infectious diseases.

Beli

There are often statements on various forums that white discharge is a sign of pregnancy. To some extent, this is true, because after the egg is released from the follicle and fertilized, the level of progesterone in the body increases, which increases the production of mucous secretion by the glands of the cervical canal. This happens due to the fact that the uterus is preparing for transplantation of the fertilized egg and is actively cleared of pathogenic microorganisms.

However, it is impossible to say for sure that white discharge before menstruation is a sign of pregnancy, since increased production of leucorrhoea can also occur for other reasons, for example:

• While taking medications (some, before conceiving a child, undergo a course of drug treatment to eliminate inflammatory and infectious processes in the reproductive organs and the risks of possible complications after conception).
• Abrupt climate change.
• Stress and worries.
• Use of lubricants.
• The use of intimate hygiene products with a high content of fragrances and dyes.
• Douching, etc.

Main symptoms

Jelly-like discharge may appear at different periods of the cycle. Normally, they protect the mucous membrane of the external genitalia from pathogenic bacteria and infections. With the onset of ovulation, the secretion becomes more viscous. At this point, a change in the consistency of the vaginal fluid is considered a physiological phenomenon.

The discharge may become thick, jelly-like, profuse and prolonged, but it is impossible to determine at home whether it indicates the onset of a pathological process. With such changes in secretion, in any case, the help of a doctor is needed. Many diseases are asymptomatic at the initial stage, and thick leucorrhoea may be the only visible sign of their development.

Signs of normality

Transparent jelly-like discharge can be observed in women who do not suffer from diseases of the genitourinary system. Normally they have the following characteristics:

• white and mucus-like;
• with a faint or odorless aroma;
• small volume;
• there is no itching or burning;
• body temperature does not rise.

If jelly-like discharge is observed in the middle of the cycle, then this is a sign of normal physiological processes occurring in the body. Also, their appearance does not cause concern a few days before menstruation is due to begin.

Itching, unpleasant odor and other symptoms

Gynecological pathologies, in addition to discharge, are accompanied by a number of other symptoms. The most common of them are itching and burning, and an unpleasant odor.

Itching occurs both due to illness and stress. The most common cause of itching is thrush. But it often appears in other pathologies. If the itching is not accompanied by discharge, then the issue may be a lack of personal intimate hygiene or an allergic reaction to the fabric of underwear, hygiene items - pads, tampons.

Regarding the latter, it is worth noting that tampons can provoke serious problems - vaginal dryness, allergies, bacterial vaginosis. Using them regularly is dangerous to health.

An unpleasant odor from the perineum without any suspicious discharge may be a consequence of vaginal dysbiosis, the onset of thrush or gardnellosis. Many sexually transmitted diseases and infections begin with dryness and foul odor, followed by discharge. A fishy vaginal odor without discharge may indicate bacterial vaginosis. Sour – indicates the onset of candidiasis (thrush).

A burning sensation in the perineum is a consequence of irritation of the mucous membrane by secretions. Typically, the burning sensation is accompanied by a bacterial infection or an allergic reaction to the tissue in contact with the skin.

For various diseases

Abnormal vaginal discharge is usually characterized by an increase in volume, a change in color (pink, brown, yellow or green) and an unpleasant odor.

In the vast majority of cases, the development of pathology is caused by infection. In this case, there is a rotten smell of the discharge. In addition, accompanying symptoms are noted (burning and itching, swelling and redness of the skin in the genital area).

Depending on what kind of infection led to a change in the nature of secretion, the mucus may become cloudy, almost opaque, heterogeneous and thick.

Erosion

This is a pathology in which ulcerations appear on the mucous membranes of the cervix. Often the disease is asymptomatic. The appearance of secretion during erosion does not cause concern in women. Often, abundant mucus is observed before the arrival of the regulus; it is perceived as a harbinger of menstrual periods.

If an inflammatory process has begun against the background of this disease, then green mucus is observed. It may contain an admixture of pus. With bacterial vaginosis accompanying erosion, the secretion becomes gray and has a strong fishy odor.

The danger of the disease lies in the fact that when the mucous membranes of the cervix are damaged, the body becomes more susceptible to inflammatory and infectious diseases. For this reason, against the background of erosion, other pathologies are often observed that significantly aggravate the situation.

Endometritis

The inflammatory process in the mucous membranes of the uterus in the vast majority of cases is accompanied by a change in the nature of secretion. Often, jelly-like discharge is observed. Their volume is usually small.

The mucus-like secretion may contain blood clots and pus. Depending on the cause of the inflammation, the fluid from the vagina may change. If endometritis is accompanied by thrush, then curdled leucorrhoea with a sour odor is observed. In the same case, when the causative agent of the disease turns out to be a bacterial infection, the discharge becomes thicker and takes on the smell of rotten fish.

Cervicitis

The development of pathology most often begins with an inflammatory process in the cervical canal (endocervicitis). Only after a while does the lesion become larger and the inflammation spreads to the vaginal part. As a result, cervicitis develops.

This disease is characterized by the appearance of a gel-like secretion from the vagina. The maximum volume of mucus is observed in the first days after the end of regulation. Associated clinical manifestations are pain in the lower abdomen, frequent but false urge to urinate, itching, irritation and discomfort after sexual intercourse. Often, intimate intimacy causes a pink secretion streaked with blood.

Discharge in pregnant women

Pregnancy is an exciting and worrying stage of life for a woman. During this period, a number of changes occur in the body, which are extremely important to monitor closely. Uncharacteristic vaginal secretions can be either normal or a sign of serious danger. Only with a timely response to pathological processes will it be possible to save the fetus.

Immediately after successful fertilization, the amount of normal secretion of a transparent color increases significantly. The mucus becomes thicker. Often, pregnant women experience jelly-like discharge. Such changes are not cause for concern and are considered a natural reaction of the body to hormonal fluctuations.

A signal to contact a gynecologist is leucorrhoea with blood streaks. Such symptoms indicate an increased risk of spontaneous miscarriage and possible ectopic pregnancy.

Thick, jelly-like discharge that turns yellow in color is also a concern. Often they signal the penetration of infection into the genitourinary system. In order not to harm the growing body, you need to immediately begin therapy, which is carried out under strict medical supervision.

Spotting and bleeding

It’s worth saying right away that the appearance of blood in the discharge is normal only during menstruation. In other cases, this indicates spontaneous termination of pregnancy, the presence of uterine bleeding, or oncological pathology.

Streaks of blood may appear before menstruation and after it for 1-2 days. If this phenomenon does not stop, you should immediately go to the hospital.

Bleeding is the release of pure blood. Such a phenomenon outside of menstruation is a reason to urgently call an ambulance.

Prevention and treatment

The main goal of therapy is to eliminate the factor that provoked the change in the nature of vaginal secretions. As a rule, a number of drugs are prescribed that help eliminate infections and inflammation, suppress the activity of pathogenic microorganisms, restore healthy vaginal microflora and strengthen the immune system. In some cases, drug therapy is ineffective, and surgical intervention is resorted to. For example, with erosion of the cervix, the ulcerations are cauterized.

Most often, the following groups of drugs are prescribed during treatment:

• antibiotics;
• anti-inflammatory drugs;
• medications with antifungal effects;
• immunomodulators;
• vitamin and mineral complexes.

After taking the medications, the doctor prescribes vaginal suppositories and other drugs that have a local effect. With their help, it is possible to suppress the activity of pathogenic bacteria and restore normal microflora.

During the treatment process, it is also recommended to stop drinking alcoholic beverages and smoking, and to exclude spicy and fatty foods from the diet. You should not have sex until you have fully recovered.

To avoid the development of diseases that can lead to the appearance of a jelly-like secretion, it is recommended to adhere to a number of recommendations. Among the main preventive measures are the following:

1. Use barrier contraception.
2. Avoid promiscuous intimate relationships.
3. Make dietary adjustments. The menu should be healthy, complete and balanced.
4. Wash yourself twice a day and use special intimate hygiene products. The use of soap is strongly discouraged.
5. Replace panty liners promptly.
6. The selection of oral contraceptives should be carried out only with a doctor.
7. Do not self-medicate any disease.
8. To refuse from bad habits.
9. Spend more time outdoors and lead a healthy lifestyle.
10. Regularly undergo examinations with a gynecologist.

Jelly-like secretion is most often a normal variant. Such discharge appears during the period of ovulation, pregnancy and as the critical days approach. In the absence of pathological changes, leucorrhoea has a uniform consistency and no odor. If the mucus gives off an unpleasant aroma, it has changed its color, become more abundant, or acquired a different structure, then you should consult a gynecologist. Such clinical manifestations in most cases indicate the development of the disease.

How to maintain intimate hygiene

To normalize discharge, it is very important to maintain intimate hygiene. Her rules are simple and accessible to every woman.

1. To wash, you must use only products intended for this purpose. Soap, shower gel and other similar products are not suitable for this. It is necessary that they contain lactic acid, it helps to normalize the acid-base balance in the vagina.
2. If the amount of vaginal discharge is large, you should use sanitary pads after sexual intercourse. Moreover, they must be changed regularly.
3. You need to stop wearing underwear made from artificial fabrics.
4. You need to wash yourself twice a day.

Where did the discharge come from, like transparent jelly?

The functioning of the reproductive system depends on many factors. And you can determine “by eye” whether the reproductive organs are functioning normally or not by the nature of the vaginal discharge. For example, jelly-like discharge in women often indicates inflammation of the cervix. And having learned this, many begin to self-medicate, thereby aggravating the course of the disease and causing other complications from the organs of the reproductive system, some of which can even cause infertility and severe hormonal disorders. But discharge of this nature can also arise as a result of physiological changes in the body, which should occur naturally. And now you will find out how to determine whether the appearance of jelly discharge is normal or not.

Jelly-like discharge usually occurs for the following reasons:

• Physiological (for example, during pregnancy or the ovulation period).
• Inflammatory.
• Infectious.

Discharge before delay

A delay in regular menstruation is an important precursor to pregnancy. From this moment, the body begins to work differently than before: hormones are produced to support and provide for the baby, the glands swell and the pituitary gland works more intensely.

A woman's vagina is a literal indicator of everything that happens throughout her reproductive life. Any changes can not only be felt, but also seen. A gynecologist examining a woman with complaints of delay determines her pregnancy in the early stages by changing the color of the cervical canal; it becomes darker, and the walls of the mucous membrane become looser.

However, what kind of discharge even before the period when menstruation should begin, is it possible to distinguish and recognize a pregnancy that has already taken place by its color, consistency and characteristics of mucus? There is a simpler and more reliable method of determination - testing morning urine for the amount of gonadotropin. But even this option in the initial weeks may not provide a 100% guarantee of a reliable result.

Pink discharge before delay is a sign of pregnancy

Pink transparent mucus, which has no odor, the vagina does not itch or itch, and the woman feels an unpleasant swelling of the mammary glands, indicates that the female reproductive cell has been fertilized by a sperm.

Changes in the body occur at the moment when the head of the sperm, making a difficult journey through the vagina, cervix and the protection of the egg - the zona radiata, enters its mucous membrane, which is as close as possible to the membrane, and merges with it. At this moment, the fusion of the gonads of the sex cells of a man and a woman occurs.

The release of hormones occurs initially in the sperm itself, which seeps through the membrane, and then the egg itself, reacting to the contact of the male reproductive cell, releases hormones that will later be necessary to maintain pregnancy.

It will take only a couple of days (no more than three) to determine your gender identity. At this level, the woman’s body already knows that conception has taken place, and intensive work of the endocrine and reproductive systems occurs. Already under the influence of such changes, a “chain” reaction of all other systems and organs of a woman occurs:

• mammary glands, under the influence of hormones, increase in size;
• the vagina darkens and initially produces an increased amount of lactic acid, which can provoke thrush (in the presence of Candida fungus);
• The pituitary gland signals the cessation of the menstrual cycle and the accumulation of the hormone progesterone.

It is progesterone, together with estrogen, that provokes changes in vaginal discharge in the first stages

Next, the work of hormones will affect the mammary glands, which are important to prepare for lactation before childbirth. In the meantime, at this stage, colossal changes are taking place in the hormonal system of a woman who has no idea about her interesting situation

Breast tenderness is attributed to normal engorgement before menstruation, nagging abdominal pain is also easily confused with premenstrual pain, and possible thrush is perceived as the development of an infection. Only a woman who has previously given birth or had ovulation stimulation for pregnancy can guess about her new status as an expectant mother.

In the context of these changes in the body, changes in a woman’s vagina and in her uterus are also natural. Thus, the vascular capillaries in the uterine cavity, which were damaged due to the attachment of an already fertilized egg, cannot withstand. Irritation occurs, and the likelihood of weak, transparent mucous discharge with a pink tint is high.

A woman can determine whether this is normal or not only if she uses a panty liner in anticipation of her menstruation. The amount of secretions that are observed during a natural pregnancy without anomalies for the development of the child does not exceed the usual white secretions. Only now a bloody mesh is visible on the white background, which is barely noticeable. That is why discharge of a light watery color with a pink tint is considered a harbinger of pregnancy even before the start of the delay according to the calendar.

Is jelly-like discharge in women normal or pathological?

Women's health is a very intimate and delicate issue. Representatives of the fairer sex are much more responsive to their well-being than men. Even the slightest discomfort can seriously darken your mood and affect your appearance and attitude towards others. All women experience jelly-like discharge from time to time, is this a cause for concern or a certain variant of the norm? When can you enjoy life carefree, and when is an urgent consultation with a gynecologist necessary?

Education mechanism

The structure of a woman’s genital organs is very interesting, each element in them performs clear functions, and for the proper functioning of the reproductive system, the full functioning of all parts is important. For example, the cervix not only connects the uterine cavity with the vagina, but also plays the role of the main protector against the entry of foreign bodies and infections into it. Inside the cervix there is a cervical canal, which is covered with epithelial cells of the glandular structure, forming branches of the glands. It is in these glands that a mucous jelly-like substance is produced, which is necessary primarily for conception: during the period of ovulation, its quantity increases significantly, it becomes more liquid, facilitating the easy movement of sperm directly into the uterus.

Thus, a moderate amount of jelly-like discharge in women is explained by the active work of the glandular cells of the cervical canal and is a physiological feature of the female body. The consistency and volume of vaginal discharge can vary, responding to a woman’s stressful state, environmental conditions (for example, a sudden change in weather conditions when going on vacation), and the influence of a number of medications. An increase in the amount of mucus secreted on the eve of ovulation is physiologically justified. There is a connection between the volume of discharge and a woman’s arousal: the more the body is ready for sexual intercourse, the more mucus in the vagina. Pregnancy is another factor in the increased production of viscous fluid. Moreover, the longer the gestation period, the more mucus - this is due to the activation of the production of female hormones.

The average norm is no more than half a teaspoon of discharge per day (about 2 ml). This fluid should predominantly contain cellular structures of squamous epithelium and lactobacilli.

A minimum content of opportunistic microorganisms such as streptococci and staphylococci, gardnerella, mycoplasma, and anaerobic bacteria is also acceptable. When their amount is up to 2%, we can talk about healthy vaginal microflora. This balance is ensured by an acidic environment (acidity pH level varies from 3.8 to 4.5).

The second phase of the cycle - secretion features

To understand whether discharge can inform a woman about the onset of an “interesting situation” long before the delay, one should understand what discharge in the second half of the menstrual cycle should be like. A representative of the fair sex can conceive a child not on any day of the cycle, but only during the period of ovulation. Only after the release of a mature egg from the vesicle-follicle on the surface of the gonad (right or left ovary), the necessary conditions for possible fertilization are met.

The process of follicle maturation, its rupture and the subsequent second half of the cycle after ovulation are directly dependent on hormonal levels and are controlled precisely by hormones. Changes in hormonal levels characteristic of one or another phase of the cycle immediately affect the state of vaginal and cervical secretion. And it is on the cyclical nature of these changes that the Billings method is based - a method of planning conception and contraception based on the nature of vaginal discharge.

Before ovulation occurs, the nature of a woman’s discharge changes, indicating that the period most favorable for procreation is approaching. The concentration of estrogen in the blood increases, and a day before ovulation there is a sharp rise in the LH hormone.

During this period, discharge with such a hormonal background is mucous, transparent, abundant, and its quantity is almost twice as high as the amount of discharge in the first half of the cycle. If you stretch the discharge between your fingers, it stretches like raw chicken protein. Cervical mucus is secreted in an enhanced manner to facilitate the passage of sperm through the genital tract. Its alkaline environment reduces the acidity of the aggressive vaginal environment, and this increases the survival of male germ cells. This is how nature itself ensures that the chances of conception are increased.

The female reproductive cell cannot exist for long. Its viability is limited to 24-36 hours. It is during this period of time that conception can occur, but then it is impossible. After the follicle ruptures, a corpus luteum begins to form in its place. This temporary secretory gland produces progesterone necessary for the second half of the cycle. And under its influence, already the next day after ovulation, the discharge changes, becomes thicker, its quantity decreases, the color changes to white, milky, yellowish. All of these are normal options for the luteal phase.

Normally, vaginal discharge is odorless or has a faint sour-milk odor, and there are no additional unpleasant sensations in the perineum. In a normal cycle, when there is no pregnancy, the corpus luteum regresses 10-12 days after ovulation, the concentration of progesterone in the blood decreases, and estrogen increases. After a couple of days, menstruation begins. It is preceded by a slight (reasonable) increase in the amount of discharge, its moderate dilution, and then menstruation begins.

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Enter the first day of your last menstrual period

Ovulation occurs 14 days before the start of the menstrual cycle (with a 28-day cycle - on the 14th day). Deviation from the average value occurs frequently, so the calculation is approximate.

Also, together with the calendar method, you can measure basal temperature, examine cervical mucus, use special tests or mini-microscopes, take tests for FSH, LH, estrogens and progesterone.

You can definitely determine the day of ovulation using folliculometry (ultrasound).

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Signs of normal discharge

Considering the obligatory formation of mucus in a woman’s body, it is important to correctly distinguish healthy discharge from signs of pathologies. Representatives of the fair half of humanity may not worry about jelly discharge if they:

• present in small quantities
• have practically no color, only a light white tint is acceptable;
• do not have a specific, easily perceptible aroma;
• do not provoke inflammatory reactions on the labia minora and majora;
• not accompanied by an increase in body temperature;
• do not occur in parallel with pain or any discomfort in the lower abdomen.

Note! These signs are quite subjective and can be assessed differently by each woman! Only the observations of the attending gynecologist and the results of laboratory tests are reliable.

Each woman’s body is unique, so for one, this discharge is a common situation and the norm – for another, it is already a sign of a malfunction in the body. For some young ladies, copious discharge of a transparent color can be a constant companion in life, while for others it will occur only under special circumstances. Another difficulty in self-diagnosis of discharge is the active interaction of vaginal mucus with underwear and the surrounding air. When reacting with chemical components remaining on panties after washing, the color of the vaginal fluid may change, leaving, for example, white marks on the underwear.

Factors influencing discharge

• Menstrual cycle. The periods before ovulation and a few days before menstruation are characterized by more intense mucus secretions.
• “Special” periods in a woman’s life. Pregnancy and menopause dramatically affect hormonal processes in the body. In the first case, the amount of estrogen increases significantly, causing abundant jelly-like discharge; in the second, on the contrary, female hormones become scarce and “drought” occurs in the vagina.
• Excitement level. To ensure pleasure and low trauma during sexual intercourse, the female body reacts to arousal with increased secretion of mucus.
• Stress and chronic depression. The negative state of a woman’s psychological health directly affects all life processes, including suppressing the production of hormones and changing the nature of the vaginal fluid.
• Environment. A sharp change in air temperature and humidity can significantly affect vaginal discharge, which is why unexpected discomfort in the intimate area so often occurs when traveling on vacation to hot countries.
• Taking oral contraceptives and other hormone-containing drugs.
• Allergic reactions. With an active allergic process, both general and local, the volume and consistency of vaginal mucus may change.
• Intimate hygiene. When changing genital care products, a fluctuation in the pH balance of the vaginal microflora may occur, which will entail a change in the nature of the mucous fluid.

Important to remember! Jelly-like transparent discharge of varying amounts is not in itself a symptom of any gynecological disease, since it can be provoked by a number of natural factors that do not pose a threat to a woman’s health.

The reason to see a doctor is no longer just a viscous transparent liquid in the vagina, but the so-called “leucorrhoea”. What it is? These are discharges that differ from normal healthy physiological ones in their color, smell, volume or consistency.

What does the absence of discharge during sex mean?

There are times when the vagina does not lubricate during sexual intercourse. This usually happens during menopause. The reasons for this condition are as follows:

• constant use of soap with a high alkaline value (vaginal pH is 4-4.5);
• the use of a large amount of cosmetics and perfumes containing artificial fragrances and dyes;
• using latex condoms during sex;
• formation of benign or malignant tumors;
• immune disorders;
• genital herpes;
• use of antihistamines;
• uncontrolled treatment with antidepressants;
• incorrectly selected drug against arterial hypertension;
• genital and urinary tract infection;
• smoking (it deprives the tissue of oxygen and thus contributes to vaginal dryness);
• hormonal disorders (in particular, those associated with estrogen imbalance).

It is a mistaken belief that with age, the vagina loses its ability to produce lubrication. There is no age at all in sexual life. And the structure of the vagina is such that it is constantly maintained in a moist state. Moisture gets here as a result of fluid sweating from the vessels.

As a result of decreased estrogen production, the vaginal mucosa ceases to produce sufficient lubricant. Because of this, unpleasant sensations arise during sexual contact.

Why does healthy discharge turn into pathological leucorrhoea?

Healthy jelly-like discharge becomes atypical for various reasons, but the process of their change is always the same: due to some negative impact, the natural microflora of the vagina is disrupted, and the clear mucus changes its character.

The internal female genital organs are constantly renewed, the process of regeneration of epithelial cells is ongoing, and with sufficient attention to her health, a woman can be calm about the state of the reproductive system. Nature has laid down mechanisms for constantly maintaining an acidic environment in the vagina; it is this that controls the proliferation of pathogenic flora. But this complex process reacts sensitively to the hormonal background and, if it is imbalanced, also breaks down: the content of lactobacilli drops, opportunistic microorganisms present in the vagina begin to actively multiply, as a result, healthy vaginal discharge changes, and leucorrhoea appears. Against this background, the mucous membrane becomes extremely vulnerable and easily becomes infected with truly harmful bacteria. This is how vaginosis begins, and vulvovaginitis, and candidiasis, and chlamydia, and many other diseases.

Prevention of vaginal pathologies

Doctors have noticed that a woman’s sexual activity has a positive effect on the production of mucus in her vagina. A harmonious sex life is a real blessing for a woman. With its help, normal hormonal balance is maintained, vitality increases and quality of life improves.

For many women, intimate caresses help restore natural moisture in the vagina. They are an important condition for the release of a sufficient amount of mucus, which moisturizes the vagina. Regular sexual arousal promotes the production of sufficient amounts of female hormones. And this is a condition for constant hydration of the vagina.

Kegel exercises also help normalize the production of vaginal mucus. If there are no contraindications, then such exercises should be done as often as possible.

So, in many cases, the appearance of a large amount of mucus during sexual intercourse is not a pathology. However, a woman must constantly monitor her health in order to detect problems in time.

Options for where inflammation develops

Discharge in the form of jelly of an atypical color or smell indicates not only problems in the vagina. The following cases may occur:

• the most common inflammatory processes - the culprits of leucorrhoea - include diseases of the vagina, including its dysbiosis;
• Possible problems in the fallopian tubes. During the inflammatory process, a process of narrowing of the lumen of the tube due to edema is observed. The contents of the tubes unevenly enter the uterus, and then are released into the vagina in portions;
• if the endometrial cells of the uterus are affected, leucorrhoea may also appear;
• when the cervical canal is inflamed, glandular cells excessively produce mucus, and the volume of vaginal discharge increases significantly;
• It is possible that vestibular leucorrhoea may form when the vestibule of the vagina does not function properly.

In general, in adolescence, more than half of all complaints about leucorrhoea are explained by disruptions not in the sexual sphere, but, for example, in the endocrine system, or allergic reactions. Only a third of all patients in this age group have problems with gynecology, and in most cases due to infections.

During menopause, vaginal discharge changes in character due to atrophy of the genital mucosa, but oncological pathologies are no longer excluded.

Natural discharge can suddenly change to heavy and even purulent if a foreign body remains in the vagina for a long time. For example, a hygienic tampon (gynecologists allow it to remain in a woman’s body for no more than 8 hours) or a vaginal ring to protect against unwanted pregnancy.

If a woman is generally healthy, then the initial imbalance in the vaginal microflora levels out on its own, and soon the discharge takes on its usual appearance. But if infections occur, it is no longer possible to do without qualified medical care.

What it is?

It is not by chance that mucus appears in vaginal secretions. It is produced by epithelial cells of the cervix. Normally, a certain amount of mucus is always present in the discharge, but it becomes noticeable only when this amount is exceeded for some reason.

Mucous secretions during pregnancy are produced by special glands that are located in the cervix to protect the cervix itself from any negative effects. The amount of mucus is directly dependent on the prevailing hormonal levels. During pregnancy, the concentration and balance of hormones change, which is why mucus is produced either more or less.

Abundant mucous discharge appears in every woman on the eve of ovulation; their task at this stage is to facilitate the passage of male germ cells from the vagina through the cervix into the fallopian tube, where an egg ready for fertilization awaits. The mucus at this time resembles discharge, similar to snot or egg white - if you place them between your fingers, the mucus begins to stretch.

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After ovulation, regardless of whether fertilization has taken place, there is less mucus, and after a couple of days there is no trace of it. The discharge becomes scanty and thick under the influence of the hormone progesterone. Throughout almost the entire first trimester they remain the same.

From the 10th week of pregnancy, more estrogen begins to be produced, and the discharge becomes thinner and more abundant.

Closer to childbirth, the mucus content in the vaginal secretion may increase, and there is also a reason for this - the ripening of the cervix.

Normally, there should be no clots of mucus in the discharge during pregnancy. The only exceptions are fragments of the mucous plug, which comes off shortly before the onset of labor, opening the exit from the cervical canal. Discharge that is considered normal is homogeneous, light or translucent, slightly odorless or has a faint sour-milk odor.

Possible options

Scanty, odorless discharge, not accompanied by pain and discomfort, can be not only completely transparent, but actually white. This is a normal natural process.

A pathological process in a woman’s body can only be indicated by white discharge of a cheesy structure, against the background of noticeable itching of the genitals. These symptoms clearly indicate excessive activity of Candida type fungi in the vagina. This disease is familiar to most women, like thrush.

Very often, an inflammatory process of this nature occurs against the background of irrational use of antibiotics.

Candidiasis is diagnosed quite simply due to its clear characteristic symptoms. Treatment consists of local antifungal therapy (suppositories, suppositories), taking medications that suppress Candida fungi in the gastrointestinal tract and the subsequent restoration of healthy vaginal microflora. Unfortunately, candidiasis has a tendency to frequent relapses and become chronic.

Yellow

Jelly-like discharge can become a rich yellow, and sometimes a distinctly greenish tint in case of infectious diseases of the genital organs. In this case, a purulent process is clearly present.

If the leucorrhoea becomes more abundant and thinner, maintaining a yellow color, most likely, a sexually transmitted disease is occurring - trichomoniasis. Typical symptoms also include burning, itching, and problems with urination. The discharge in this case soon becomes like foam with a strong unpleasant odor. Treatment must be timely and complete, otherwise the disease may become chronic.

If the yellow discharge is similar in consistency to thick cream, and the woman feels very bad, even feverish, the culprit is gonorrhea. This dangerous disease threatens reproductive function and often causes further infertility.

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