Does vaginal discharge increase before menstruation?
Sep 24, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Lu
Introduction
Before menstruation, especially during the luteal phase, estrogen and progesterone levels in women's bodies rise. These hormonal changes stimulate secretion from the cervical and vaginal mucosa, leading to an increase in vaginal discharge. Prior to menstruation, the endometrium prepares for possible fertilization, with increased glandular secretions, which also contributes to greater amounts of vaginal discharge.
Leukorrhea usually increases before menstruation. Pay attention to whether the characteristics of the discharge are normal. Specific analysis is as follows:
During the menstrual cycle, hormonal fluctuations in a woman's body can cause changes in the amount and consistency of vaginal discharge. Prior to menstruation, rising estrogen levels may stimulate increased secretion of cervical mucus, leading to an increase in leukorrhea. In such cases, the discharge is typically clear or milky white, odorless, and not accompanied by itching or other discomfort. This is a physiological change and considered normal.
If increased discharge is accompanied by an unusual odor, color changes, itching, or redness and swelling of the vulva, it may indicate a gynecological infection, such as vulvovaginal candidiasis or trichomoniasis.
Women should maintain good personal hygiene, and if any symptoms occur, they should seek timely medical evaluation and treatment at a hospital.
