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Yellow Vaginal Discharge

Vaginal discharges are usually clear to white in color. Yellow-colored vaginal discharge occurs during infections in the vagina. Bacterial vaginosis and sexually transmitted infections can lead to yellow discharge. Thus, women must consult with a specialist if a yellowish discharge is noted to make sure that they do not have any infections.

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I have had unprotected sex and did not get my periods yet. However, I have a yellowish discharge, nausea and tender breasts. Why?

Query: Hello doctor, I had unprotected sex last month and got my period ten days later. I am six days late now, but I feel some pregnancy symptoms. I am not sure if it is possible to be pregnant. I have also been getting a yellowish discharge, nausea, and tender breasts. My period has been late before, but...  Read Full »


Dr. Reetika

Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I have read your query and understand your concern. I request you to share the details of your last two periods about date and flow. If you track your ovulation, please let me know that as well. I would suggest unprotected intercourse near ovulation can result in pregnan...  Read Full »

I am worried about the recurrence of bacterial vaginosis and also I was diagnosed with human papillomavirus two months ago. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor, I am 21 years old. I keep getting BV (bacterial vaginosis). I need to see a gynecologist this week to know what I have but this time the outside of the vagina is inflamed, itchy and there is a presence of discharge. Right now it is only a little bit of discomfort with a yellowish disch...  Read Full »


Dr. Joshi Shalaka Kishor

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. I would like to know if you have received any treatment for bacterial vaginosis. Following are a few tips to avoid recurrence: Avoid using vaginal wash etc. available in the market. Avoid washing private parts ...  Read Full »

What to do for yellowish vaginal discharge with bad odor?

Query: Hi doctor, I went to an appointment for birth control and told them I was scared because I had a weird vaginal odor and discharge. My discharge happened more often. They did STD tests but never called me back. They could not do a pap smear because I was on my periods. I do not itch, and my discharge...  Read Full »


Dr. Uzma Arqam

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is impossible to do a vaginal swab test during periods as blood will come instead of discharge that needs to be tested. Is it irritating but not itching? You do not have the investigation result. We do not know what organism to treat. Clear white cloudy discharge wit...  Read Full »

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