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Vaginal discharge

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Vaginal discharge is a fluid produced by glands in the vaginal wall and cervix that drains from the opening of the vagina.

The amount and appearance of normal vaginal discharge varies throughout the menstrual cycle.

An increase in the amount of vaginal discharge, an abnormal odor or consistency of the fluid, or pain that accompanies vaginal discharge can all be signs of infection or other disorders.

Such disorders include (this is not an all inclusive list) bacterial vaginosis, yeast vaginitis, and vaginitis

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