When you become pregnant your body undergoes a variety of changes. One of the first changes you may experience is in your vaginal discharge. It is important that you are aware of the normal changes during pregnancy and inform your doctor about any changes that may appear abnormal.
Normal vaginal discharge during pregnancy called leukorrhea is thin, white, milky and mild smelling. Leukorrhea is normal and nothing for you to worry about.
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If the vaginal discharge is green or yellowish, strong smelling, accompanied by redness, or itching, you may have a vaginal infection. One of the most common vaginal infections during pregnancy is candidiasis, also known as a yeast infection. Your doctor can easily treat vaginal infections. Other causes of abnormal discharge during pregnancy could also be a sign of an STD.
You should notify your doctor any time there is a change in normal pregnancy discharge. NEVER try to diagnosis and treat yourself. Spotting during pregnancy can be normal but should be mentioned to your doctor. Notify your doctor immediately if you experience spotting or bleeding that lasts longer than a day and is accompanied by cramping or pain.
Reprinted with permission from American Pregnancy Association