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Can Chlorine Cause A Vaginal Discharge?
Vaginal discharge refers to secretions from the
- Consistency (thick, pasty, thin)
- Color (clear, cloudy, white, yellow, green)
- Smell (normal, odorless, bad odor)
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Discharge from the vagina
Considerations
Having some amount of vaginal discharge is normal, especially if you are of childbearing age. Glands in the cervix produce a clear mucus. These secretions may turn white or yellow when exposed to the air. These are normal variations.
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