Discharge during pregnancy

It is normal to have more vaginal discharge in pregnancy. This helps prevent any infections travelling up from the vagina to the womb. Towards the end of pregnancy, the amount of discharge increases further. In the last week or so of pregnancy, it may contain streaks of sticky, jelly-like pink mucus.

1. How does a pregnant woman discharge look like?
2. When should I be worried about discharge during pregnancy?
3. What kind of discharge is normal during pregnancy?
4. What color discharge is bad when pregnant?

How does a pregnant woman discharge look like?

What does it look like? Healthy vaginal discharge during pregnancy is called leukorrhea. It is similar to everyday discharge, meaning that it is thin, clear or milky white, and smells only mildly or not at all.

When should I be worried about discharge during pregnancy?

The general rule of thumb with pregnancy discharge is that if it smells bad, if it is any other color other than clear or white, or if it causes pain, burning, or itching, there could be a problem and you should call your midwife or doctor.

What kind of discharge is normal during pregnancy?

Normal vaginal discharge during pregnancy is called leukorrhea and is thin, white, milky, and mild smelling. During pregnancy do not: Use tampons-they can introduce new germs into the vagina. Douche – this can interrupt the normal balance of healthy bacteria in the vagina and lead to infection.

What color discharge is bad when pregnant?

Red vaginal discharge during pregnancy can be dangerous and requires immediate attention, especially if there is heavy bleeding, clots, cramping and abdominal pain. Red discharge could be a sign of miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy.