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What Could Cause A Clear Vaginal Discharge?
Vaginal discharge refers to secretions from the
- Consistency (thick, pasty, thin)
- Color (clear, cloudy, white, yellow, green)
- Smell (normal, odorless, bad odor)
Alternative Names
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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