Vaginal discharge is normal, but changes in its color, smell, or texture can tell you when something’s wrong. As a trusted women’s health clinic in Lagos, Mascot Healthcare helps you understand your body better.

Normal Discharge:

• Color: Clear or milky white
• Texture: Stretchy or slippery
• Timing: Around ovulation, pregnancy, or sexual arousal

Abnormal Discharge: Signs to Watch Out For

1. White, Thick Discharge + Itching

Likely Cause: Yeast Infection (Candidiasis)

2. Grayish, Thin Discharge + Fishy Odour

Likely Cause: Bacterial Vaginosis (BV)

3. Yellow or Green Discharge + Bad Smell

Likely Cause: Trichomoniasis or STI

4. Brown or Bloody Discharge Outside Menstruation

Could Be: Hormonal imbalance, infection, or warning sign of something serious

5. No Discharge + Dryness or Pain

Possible Cause: Menopause, hormonal changes, sexual dysfunction

When to See a Doctor

Don’t ignore discharge that comes with:

• Itching or swelling
• Painful urination
• Bad smell
• Bleeding after sex

📍 Visit Mascot Healthcare Clinic in Lagos for proper testing and treatment. We offer professional and private care for all women.