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The purpose of vaginal secretions is to moisten the vagina and cervix, in addition to removing old cells and preventing infections. There should be a moderate amount of clear and odourless mucus in the vagina. Normal vaginal discharge occurs in different amounts during the different phases of the cycle. This is due to the fact that the glands of the endometrium work according to a rhythm set by the hormones. The discharge can also change due to the use of hormonal contraception. Its colour, consistency or smell is individual to each woman. It is most often translucent or white in colour but can also be pink or brown if mixed with menstrual blood.

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What is healthy vaginal discharge?

- Always wipe from front to back - this reduces the risk of infection,
- Wear cotton, breathable underwear so that moisture does not linger,
- Limit the wearing of tight trousers, 
- Change your underwear after training or your swimsuit after bathing,
- Use water to wash your intimate area preferably,
- Avoid scented toilet paper and scented hygiene products,
- Do not use vaginal flushes,
- Protect yourself during intercourse with, for example, a condom,
- Avoid latex condoms or sperm-killing gels - these products may irritate your intimate areas.

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You may have noticed that some days you have lots of vaginal discharge – like soak-through-your-knickers lots. While every woman experiences some [vaginal discharge](/en-gb/period-hub/vaginal-discharge/what-is-vaginal-discharge/ "Vaginal discharge"), yours might feel like too much discharge [or there may be an excessive watery discharge](/en-gb/period-hub/vaginal-discharge/what-is-vaginal-discharge/ "What Is Vaginal Discharge"). Rest assured, in most cases, it’s nothing to worry about. This is natural but we always recommend that in case of any changes or concerns, to visit a healthcare professional.

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The treatment of heavy period bleeding depends on its cause. Causal therapy will address cases of anatomical abnormalities such as myomas, polyps, complications of pregnancy or trauma to the reproductive organs. In cases of haemorrhage or when there has been a large loss of blood and deterioration of the patient's general condition, transfusion of blood products may be necessary.

On the other hand, if the patient's condition is good, pharmacological treatment is sufficient, which, depending on the indications in the individual woman, includes: oestrogens, antifibrinolytic drugs, hormonal contraception, IUD. Treatment will always be decided by the doctor. In patients diagnosed with a specific haemorrhagic diathesis, treatment is supervised by a haematologist.

It is very important to see a gynaecologist early for diagnosis and implementation of treatment.

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How to stop heavy periods - treatment for heavy periods

__Mandy - 50, womb cancer__, post-menopausal bleeding:

I was attending a work event in January 2018 and had a particularly heavy bleed (luckily, I was dressed in black). As I took my pants off, I simply had to put them in the shower.

Previous to that I hadn’t had a period since I was 50, so I did think it was a bit peculiar – but just put it down to the fact that ‘these things happen’. I’d mentioned the bleed to my Mum and she suggested going to the GP, in fact she kept nattering at me but I just put it off due to the menopause – I simply didn’t think anything of it.

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Super heavy period is a problem that affects around 10-30% of women. Unfortunately, only about 5% of patients affected by menorrhagia seek help from a specialist. This is due to various conditions, including difficulties in objectively assessing the volume of bleeding or, for example, the fact that similar bleeding runs in the family of a mother or sister.

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A104 Is it Normal to Have a Lot of Discharge?

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A doctor can find out if you have a UTI by doing a urine test. Most bladder infections can be cured in a few days by antibiotic treatment, and a doctor can also prescribe medications for painful symptoms.
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When a bladder infection has just started, and if it isn't too bad, many teens/women treat it themselves by drinking a few glasses of cranberry juice and lots of water every day for a few days. This can "flush" the infection out of the bladder.

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How do you treat bladder infections?

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__Sandra - 48, womb cancer__, bleeding between periods/perimenopausal age:

I was 47 when I started to have bleeding about one week after every period, and even with my nursing background, I always managed to explain it away, usually as residual blood.  It wasn’t until I developed pain over my left ovary that I went to see my GP. A week later I got a call that changed my life. The ultrasound had picked up a complex cyst on my ovary and a polyp in my womb.

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What does a lot of [discharge](/en-gb/period-hub/vaginal-discharge/what-is-vaginal-discharge/ "Discharge") mean? Fluctuations in the amount of discharge you experience are linked to the hormone levels in your body. This means that the amount and consistency of your discharge varies throughout your menstrual cycle as your oestrogen, progesterone, and follicle-stimulating hormone (also known as FSH) fluctuate to signal your ovaries to prepare an egg for release. Ovulation typically brings about increased discharge. If you are asking yourself why do I have so much [watery discharge](/en-gb/period-hub/vaginal-discharge/what-causes-watery-discharge/ "Watery discharge"), the simplest answer is that the increase in the volume of discharge may be related to sexual excitement and the preovulatory period, as well as breastfeeding. During each phase of the cycle, significant differences in the appearance of the mucus can be seen and more vaginal discharge may appear. The main role of the mucus that appears is to moisten the vagina and protect it from infection.

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Why do I have so much vaginal discharge?

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As long as your [discharge](/en-gb/period-hub/vaginal-discharge/what-is-vaginal-discharge/) is not itchy, smelly, greenish brown coloured or uncomfortable (outside of any discomfort from feeling wet), it is usually considered as normal. In very rare cases, lots of vaginal discharge can be caused by inflammation of the cervix. Remember, in case of any concerns, visit your doctor especially with new symptoms. It is a good idea to inform your doctor of any changes in your vaginal discharge, especially changes in its appearance, colour and odour, and when there are other symptoms such as:

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You get a bladder infection when harmful bacteria get in your urethra (where your wee leaves your bladder). You can get an infection in many ways, but there are two common culprits: the rectum and the vagina. If a girl wipes the wrong way after going to the toilet (the right way is from front to back), bacteria can move toward the urethra from the rectum and cause a UTI. Bacteria from the vagina can also be pushed into the urethra.

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How do you get it?

Menorrhagia is another name for what you might call heavy periods. These are very painful and very heavy period bleeding that make daily life difficult and can be caused by many factors. Underestimating them can have major consequences for our health. 

Find out the common symptoms of menorrhagia and how to get help.

If you’re not sure if your heavy periods cross the line to qualify as menorrhagia, compare your experiences to the ones listed below. This may help you to determine the causes of your menorrhagia.

- Are your periods heavier than usual? Do they last longer?
- Does your bleeding soak through a pad or tampon every hour for two or more hours back to back?
- Do you notice sudden gushes in your flow? Are there large blood clots?
- Do you need to wake up to change your pads at night?
- Are you bleeding for a week or longer?
- Do you restrict what you do in your daily life because of your very heavy periods?
- Are you feeling symptoms of anaemia (fatigue or shortness of breath)?

It’s important to speak to your doctor – they may want to do a physical examination. They may recommend a cervical smear test or blood tests to check your iron count or thyroid. They can help you much better when they understand what else is going on in your body.

When you see your doctor, bring a record of your symptoms, notes about when your period begins and ends, and how many pads and [tampons](/en-gb/period-hub/menstrual-cycle/tampons-vs-pads/ "Tampons") you use in a day and whether they are soaked through. This information will help your [doctor](/en-gb/period-hub/first-period-and-puberty/what-does-your-first-period-look-like/ "Doctor") to understand as much as possible before making a diagnosis.

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__Vijaya (V) - cervical cancer__, 31, heavy and painful periods:

I was diagnosed with cervical cancer at age 31 on day 6 of the pandemic. It was a shocking diagnosis given that I had clear cervical screening (smear tests) and no instantly recognisable symptoms. I had forced the doctor to refer me to a specialist though as my period pains were soul destroying. At the time, they were extremely heavy, never on time and sometimes lasting up to ten days.

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