What Causes Blood-Tinged Vaginal Discharge During Ovulation?
Disease description:
I am 28 years old. Nine days after my menstrual period ended, I noticed stretchy, egg-white-like vaginal discharge—indicating that I am likely in my ovulation phase. However, I’ve also noticed blood-tinged mucus in the discharge. Could you please explain why this occurs?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Chen Zhe
Bloody vaginal discharge during the ovulatory phase is primarily caused by physiological factors—such as endometrial sensitivity to fluctuations in estrogen, abnormal pre-ovulatory hormone levels, or variations in endometrial thickness. Pathological conditions, medications, and unhealthy lifestyle habits may also contribute to this phenomenon. Treatment typically involves sequential estrogen-progestin therapy or oral contraceptives to regulate the menstrual cycle and control ovulation.
