Is it normal to have yellowish discharge before menstruation?

Normally, the presence of yellow discharge before menstruation is common and considered a normal physiological occurrence. However, if it is accompanied by discomfort, it may indicate an abnormal condition. If abnormalities are present, prompt medical attention is recommended. Detailed explanations are as follows:

From after ovulation until the onset of menstruation, changes in hormone levels within the body may cause alterations in the color and consistency of vaginal discharge. This type of yellow discharge typically has no odor and has a consistency similar to egg whites, representing a normal physiological response.

If yellow discharge is accompanied by symptoms such as foul odor, itching, pain, or a burning sensation, it could be an indication of gynecological inflammation, such as bacterial vaginosis or candidiasis (yeast infection). In addition, cervicitis or pelvic inflammatory disease may also lead to yellow discharge. In such cases, the yellow discharge may contain pathogenic microorganisms, and diagnosis requires gynecological examination and necessary laboratory tests. Treatment under a physician's guidance might include medications such as nystatin tablets, fluconazole tablets, itraconazole capsules, or clotrimazole vaginal tablets.

Preventing gynecological inflammation requires women to maintain good living habits, dietary habits, and personal hygiene in daily life.