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Common signs and symptoms of pregnancy – vaginal discharge

Vaginal discharge could be an early sign of pregnancy too.

By: Debjani Arora   | | Published: October 13, 2014 6:42 pm
Tags: Concieving  Pregnancy guide  Pregnancy symptoms  Vaginal discharge  
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You should have rice water to eliminate vaginal discharge. © Shutterstock

Hormonal changes are common after conception and during pregnancy. In fact, these changes give rise to certain symptoms in the body that serves to be early signs of pregnancy. One way the hormonal changes affect a pregnant woman is by giving rise to vaginal discharge. Also Read - Stress in expecting mothers impact baby: Herbs to relieve stress during pregnancy

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A clear, milky discharge from the vagina with a musky smell is perfectly normal and is considered an early sign of pregnancy. However, not all women might experience the same. Pregnancy symptoms can vary from one person to the other. With vaginal discharge too, some women might experience a lot of mucus production from the vagina while others might notice little or no production at all. Here are other reasons of vaginal discharge you need to know about. Also Read - Why babies kick in the womb and when it starts?

For women who notice this kind of discharge, know that the hormone progesterone is at it. A surge in the progesterone level leads to excessive vaginal discharge during pregnancy. Although, this can be a little annoying for women who experience it, but this also have a hidden benefit. This vaginal secretion helps keep urinary tract infection at bay, which is way too common during pregnancy due to suppressed immunity. Vaginal secretion during pregnancy helps good bacteria to thrive in the sensitive area. Did you know about these six breast changes that happen in your breasts during pregnancy?

In fact, women who notice vaginal discharge during the initial days of pregnancy should be prepared to face the same throughout the nine months. It can increase in production a few weeks prior to labour, lubricating the birth canal to prepare for the birthing process. Alternatively, vaginal discharge at any time during pregnancy isn t a sign of worry. The only time you should worry about vaginal discharge during pregnancy is when you spot droplets of blood or experience spotting.

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Published : October 13, 2014 6:42 pm
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