what does it mean when you have white discharge that looks like cottage cheese?
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White. A bit of white discharge, especially at the beginning or end of your menstrual cycle, is normal. However, if the discharge is accompanied by itching and has a thick, cottage cheese-like consistency or appearance, it's not normal and needs treatment. This type of discharge may be a sign of a yeast infection.
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The following are the most common symptoms of a candida infection: A thick, white, cottage cheese-like vaginal discharge that is watery and usually odorless. Itching and redness of the vulva and vagina. Pain with urination or sex.
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Generally speaking, healthy discharge is white, cream, or clear. It's not too thick and can even be a little watery. It doesn't have a strong odor and doesn't cause irritation. You can have so little that you don't even notice it until you see it on your underwear.
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New white discharge after sexual intercourse may be a sign of an infection. Common causes include bacterial vaginosis, yeast infections, and STIs. It's a good idea to pay attention to what your discharge normally looks like. If you notice an unusual odor or color, or if you have pain, visit a doctor.
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If the discharge is clumpy and looks similar to cottage cheese, it may be due to a yeast infection. A yeast infection may also cause vaginal itching and burning. It occurs due to an overgrowth of a type of fungus called Candida.
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A yellow or green discharge, especially when it's thick, chunky, or accompanied by an unpleasant smell, isn't normal. This type of discharge may be a sign of the infection trichomoniasis. It's commonly spread through sexual intercourse.
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Typically, clear, stretchy and jelly-like vaginal discharge that has the consistency of egg whites, means that you are making a lot of estrogen. This type of discharge often occurs in the middle between your cycles and is a sign of ovulating (your body is releasing an egg) and you are fertile (able to become pregnant).
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redness, swelling, or itching of the vulva (the folds of skin outside the vagina) a thick, white discharge that can look like cottage cheese and is usually odorless, although it might smell like bread or yeast. pain or burning when urinating (peeing) or during sex.
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There is often little or no vaginal discharge; if present, discharge is typically white and clumpy (curd-like) or thin and watery. Symptoms of a yeast infection are similar to a number of other conditions. A physical examination and laboratory testing are needed to determine the cause of symptoms.
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White to light yellow can be normal, just keep a lookout for any strong odors, thicker textures, and irritation. This could be a sign of a yeast infection. Yellow to yellowish green discharge could be normal and usually just means that there has been a change in your diet and your vitamin intake.
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Discharge from a yeast infection is usually a thick, white consistency and doesn't have a scent. Discharge from BV is thin, yellow or gray, and carries a strong unpleasant odor. It's possible to have a yeast infection and BV at the same time. If you have symptoms of both conditions, see a doctor for diagnosis.
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Oral Yeast Infections. An oral yeast infection (aka thrush or candidiasis) most commonly appears as white cottage cheese-like plaques on any surface inside the mouth. Less commonly, it may appear as red irritated areas inside the mouth.
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Normal white discharge is not accompanied by itching. If itching is present, thick white discharge can indicate a yeast infection. Clear and Stretchy — This is "fertile" mucous and means you are ovulating. Clear and Watery — This occurs at different times of your cycle and can be particularly heavy after exercising.
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They are a medical sign of bacterial vaginosis, particularly that caused by Gardnerella vaginalis, a group of Gram-variable bacteria. This bacterial infection is characterized by a foul, fishy smelling, thin gray vaginal discharge, and an increase in vaginal pH from around 4.5 to over 5.5.
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This is a sign that you're ovulating, and some women use this as a natural indication of fertility. If you were trying to get pregnant, seeing this thick white discharge may indicate to you that it's time to have sexual intercourse. Vaginal discharge is used to help keep your vaginal tissues moist and lubricated.
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Some white discharge during sexual activities is expected. Typically, it's brought on by sexual arousal and isn't accompanied by pain. New white discharge after sexual intercourse may be a sign of an infection. Common causes include bacterial vaginosis, yeast infections, and STIs.
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This thinner discharge is a sign that you're preparing for ovulation. It's completely normal. As you get closer to your period, the discharge may become thicker and more opaque. This milky white discharge may also be a sign that you're pregnant.