This is an archive article published on August 1, 2022

Here’s what the colour of your vaginal discharge could mean

Dr Nitika Kohli said that "the colour of the discharge can still be a tip-off that something isn’t quite right down there"

vaginal discharge, women healthIt is advised to immediately consult a doctor if your vaginal discharge has an unusual smell or appearance (Source: Getty Images/Thinkstock)
3 min readNew DelhiAug 1, 2022 11:30 AM IST First published on: Aug 1, 2022 at 11:30 AM IST

The fluid that comes out from one’s vagina, vaginal fluid, is completely natural and, in fact, is known to keep the organ clean and infection-free. “Discharge helps your vaginal tissues stay healthy, provides lubrication, and keeps your vagina clean,” added Ayurvedic expert Dr Nitika Kohli.

However, women may experience different colours, textures and amounts, depending on their age, menstrual cycle or an underlying health condition. As such, it is normal to wonder whether your discharge is normal or it needs to get checked.

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Sharing the reasons behind vaginal discharge colour, Dr Kohli said that “the colour of the discharge can still be a tip-off that something isn’t quite right down there”.

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