Clear, sticky discharge from the vagina can be normal at any time during the menstrual cycle.
It may be associated ovulation, pregnancy, or sexual arousal.
Abnormal changes in color, odor, or consistency could indicate an infection other problem.
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Its purpose is to keep your vagina clean and lubricated and to help protect against infection.
If you have a clear discharge, it’s generally a sign that your vagina is working optimally.
This jelly-like discharge may be similar in appearance to egg whites and is an indication of fertility.
There is also likely to be a higher volume of discharge during this time.
Roughly a teaspoon of discharge a day is typical.
Duringpregnancy, the body will create more vaginal discharge to stop infections moving up the vagina to the womb.
Increases in the hormone progesterone also contribute to an increase in vaginal discharge.
This can be normal and is usually not cause for concern.
However, females still produce discharge, just in smaller amounts.
Discharge should be clear and non-irritating.
Arousal fluid is created to lubricate the vagina and prepare it for potential sexual intercourse.
Unlike other forms of discharge, arousal fluid often disappears within an hour.
Combined oral contraceptives that contain both progesterone and estrogen can thicken cervical fluid.
What if Discharge Isn’t Clear?
Having more discharge than usual before or during ovulation is also normal.
If the amount of discharge is bothersome, consider wearing a panty liner.
However, certain changes and the presence of other symptoms may be indicative of an underlying problem.
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