Vaginal fluid is the secretion produced by the glands inside the vagina. They help in clearing away the dead cells and bacteria. The color and odor of this fluid can vary depending on the time of your menstrual cycle. Signs of vaginal infections include bloody or brown, cloudy, yellow, or foul-smelling vaginal fluid.
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I experienced bleeding after sexual activity. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor, I had sex with a woman, but I do not know her HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) status. I used a condom, but I am afraid that the condom is not safe, and I might have into contact with some of her vaginal fluid by my hand. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. A condom is much safer (about 80 %) compared to unprotected sex. So you are safer to that extent even if she would be HIV positive. But then, as you guessed right, condoms may not protect you from every infection or infestation. Therefore it is good to see an STD(Sexua... Read Full »