What should I do about thick, sticky vaginal discharge?
Disease description:
A colleague told me that her recent vaginal discharge has become unusually thick and viscous, and she frequently experiences lower abdominal pain. Moreover, the amount of discharge increases during episodes of abdominal pain. I suspect she may have abnormal vaginal discharge, so I’d like to ask: What should be done about abnormally thick vaginal discharge?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Ge Weipeng
Hello, under normal circumstances, vaginal discharge (leukorrhea) is a viscous substance but remains highly fluid. Excessively thick or sticky discharge is considered abnormal. When discharge becomes stretchy and stringy—resembling raw egg whites—it typically indicates that the woman is in her ovulation phase; during this time, discharge volume increases and becomes more viscous and elastic. However, if the discharge appears abnormal—for example, resembling cottage cheese—it may indicate vaginitis, and prompt medical evaluation and treatment are recommended. We hope this information is helpful to you. Wishing you a happy and healthy life!
