White discharge during pregnancy: vaginal infection? Posted: 02-03-07 09:08am
I am 16 weeks pregnant and over the past 3
weeks have developed a very heavy
discharge, it smells slightly, and is a
white creamy colour. I have to wear a
light sanitary towel every day. I can
actually feel it coming out of me in
gushes, like they way when it feels like
ur period is starting. Is this normal or
do i have something to worry about?
Thankyou.
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Pregnancy Answer A2297 Posted: 02-12-07 04:07am
According to the symptoms you report
(vaginal discharge that smells slightly
and has a white, creamy color) you could
be experiencing a vaginal infection
(colpitis). Vaginal infections during
pregnancy should be taken very seriously
because they may cause fetal damage,
miscarriage or premature birth. You must
visit your obstetrician to check if you
are experiencing a vaginal infection or
not.
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