Cause Of Vaginal Discharge That Is Green Smelly Or Yellow & How To Treat It
Posted: Friday, February 20, 2009
by Kacycarr
http://www.spotthepimple.com
Is green vaginal discharge normal? I have just received a SOS message from a much concerned lady who is experiencing this. I would at this stage like to point out to her and other women alike, is not to worry and have the problem determined to get the answer why there is a show of a green vaginal discharge. Fretting does not cure, seeking treatment does. Having a vaginal discharge is normal so don`t panic. It also varies in each woman. Variations may include color, consistency and the look. One common cause for change in discharge is vaginal infections. Infections have more women come forward over a problem smelly vagina that may have derived after being infected. The biggest majority of these women who have been affected by BV seriously stress over the fishy odor mostly.
Discharge is produced from small glands in the lining of the vagina and the cervix. It can come heavy as opposed to less, and because of this we have the confusion among women as to what is a normal amount of discharge to lose. If you find yourself having to change underwear repeatedly or having to wear a type of nappy pad then these are signs that indicate your vaginal discharge is heavier than what is considered normal.
What color is normal discharge? Not wanting to alarm you but yellow or green discharge is not deemed as so.
Yellow green discharge is normally a symptom seen from a bacterial infection for which a colposcopy may be required. Women suffering from somatic diseases like HIV, diabetes and hormone imbalances are more susceptible for developing conditions resulting in the appearance of malodorous flows along with itching, burning, and a nasty vaginal odor. Vaginitis is another common cause of abnormal discharge. It is not a life threatening condition but one that requires immediate treatment. Bacterial infections, candidiasis, and Trich are primary vaginal problems women have to face regularly. Due to possible long-term effects, these diseases should be treated.
Greenish yellow discharge is normally a sign of bacterial infection for which a colposcopy and cervical examination may be required. No matter what color the discharge, if it is giving you reason for concern seek medical advice.
What is a colposcopy and what should I expect from having it done.
There is nothing more worrying and scary for a woman to be told her Pap smear results are abnormal. On hearing news of this nature gives just cause for panic, and you wouldn`t be human if you didn`t feel threatened health wise, however abnormal Pap smear results do not necessarily mean you have cervical cancer. Abnormalities are usually the outcome of inflammation or a vaginal infection. The Pap smear is a screening tool and not a diagnostic one. Your doctor may need more evidence of it being just an inflammation or infection and may need to take a closer look at your cervix. This will be done with the use of a colposcope. Reasons for this suggested procedure include Pap smear results which:
- signify dysplasia or cancer
- slight evidence of HPV
- show a typical squamous cells of undetermined significance
Other reasons for a colposcopy are because the cervix showed abnormal during a pelvic exam and Pap smear, or if you have a history of prenatal DES exposure. It is a quick 10 to 15 minute process performed in the gynecologist's or doctors surgery. The procedure is very much akin to having a Pap smear, painless and simple. You will be asked to settle yourself onto the examination bed and acetic acid (vinegar) is applied on the cervix. This encourages the cervical cells to fill with water so light will not pass through them.
Stages of a colposcopy
A colposcope is a large, electric microscope that is positioned approximately 30 cm from the vagina. A bright light on the tip of the colposcope makes the cervix more visible. Whatever part of the cervix where light does not pass through is where the gynecologist will direct their attention. Abnormal cervical changes show up as white sites, the whiter the site, the more serious the cervical dysplasia. Abnormal blood vessel changes are also apparent through the colposcope. Abnormal vascular changes can happen in dysplasia. Typically, worse the vascular changes are the worse the dysplasia. A tissue sample or biopsy is taken from the whitest abnormal spot and sent for further tests. Whilst waiting for your test results you are not to work yourself up into a state of frenzy as this is unhealthy for you. More times than not most test results come back with no real seriousness involved. Yes it can be a long wait and a harrowing one too, however you need to be patient till the all clear is given or other.
Cryosurgery or a freezing of the abnormal cells may be performed next and, in some cases, can make this a diagnostic/ treatment procedure in one. If the GPs view is hampered preventing the abnormal area being seen fully, another procedure such as a Cone biopsy may have to be carried out. If you believe your green vaginal discharge is caused by a STD then you need to visit a GUM clinic or gynecologist/doctor.
Normal vaginal discharge has no real distinctive odor.Discharge is likely abnormal if:
- it has a fishy odor
- thick white and clotted
- green with an unpleasant odor
- shows blood
- causes itchiness
- stomach pain
Likely causes
- bacterial vaginosis
- thrush
- soiled tampons
- poor hygiene
- gonorrhea (STD)
- trichomoniasis
Gonorrhoea is an infectious STD caused by the Gonococcus bacterium which if it spreads can work its way up into the fallopian tubes causing infertility. It is an infection recognized by a greenish-yellow and unpleasant-smelly discharge. If vaginal discharge is not green but thick and white, and causing you to itch then thrush could be the problem. Treat thrush yourself with anti-thrush cream/tablets from the chemist. Nevertheless it is your best interest to see your doctor first.
Vaginal Infections of the serious type Thrush treatments - Rid Vaginal Odor solutions
i am having a bright green discharge but there is no odor or anything what could be the proble,... I was on depo for a few years (I am 18) adn took myself off it and now i am trying to get my monthly baclHi Chesie I apologise but have only got this message now. All I can say is green discharge is not normal and therefore best telling your doctor about. There are medicatications and specific type drugs that can alter discharge, however you have to be sure and get the reason for it being this colour, and see if it has anything to do with being on depo, so pop along to your GP to put your mind at rest
Sorry I couldn't be more helpful
Keep wellKacyWhat kind of medications can change the color of your discharge?Hi I think you would be best to visit a health site that deals with conditions and disorders to find this out. This is the best thing to do because if you are taking a particular medication that has changed the colour of your discharge then you can go further to find out more information on this concern and maybe get a solution to get everything back to normal
Sorry I couldn't be more helpful
iv had vaginal discharge for years now every single day and every time i get a pap test dont or any infection disease all my test always come out cleanHi Maxine discharge is normal. And you having all these tests shouldn't have you worry. If discharge is heavy and maybe smelly then you need to have it checked out, but you mention none of this so I wouldn't panic, however to put your mind at rest make an appointment other from your regular pap time with the doctor and let him/her know that you need a little more assurance.
Keep well
Kacy
Hey i've been experiencing this kinda of problem for years now and its actually getting worse. I've been to the gp for swabs, sti checks all sorts and they all come back normal, but the discharge still continues the other day, i had a ectropion removed because they thought this could be causing the discharge. About a week later i was put on antibotics beacuse they thought there was a infection, swob done again normal, but it contiues arrrrrh can anyone help i'm seriously getting really fed up! Could this just be normal to me? Please help!Hi Sarah I wish I could answer this. Your obviously not getting a clear explanation for what is wrong. Okay everything has come back normal after your tests but you speak of the discharge remaining. Discharge is normal but it depends on how much you lose which you haven't mentioned. If you think it is more than what is considered normal then go back to your GP and see if you can get an answer to why it is heavy, that is if it is heavy, or whatever it is about this discharge that concerns you
Sorry I couldn't be more helpful
Keep well
Kacy
Hello, as far back as I can remember about 2 yrs ago (I'm 20) I had sex more frequently when I lived with a boyfriend. I started using monostat maybe every 3 months when I noticed my discharge would be a whiter creamier texture. It went away after the medecine but over the years it started reoccuring more frequently. Right now I'm at the point where i'd need to use treatment before my period every month and sometimes after. EVERY MONTH! It's either i'm on my period or after that my discharge will start off light and as I get closer to my period it's itchy and thick and white not cottage cheese like, more of a creamy pasty texture. 2 years later i no longer have that bf & I'm going to the doctor tomorrow due to my unbearable consern. Today it was yellowish light green and it was itching all day. I also noticed a very slight amount of blood when I wipped. Very small amount and around the opening of my vag it's sore. I can't wait
for this to be over so I can stop worring and get back to my life. Any advice, home
remedies, educated opinion would be greatly approciated. Please and thank you. Ill
check back tonightHi Sarah I can't express how am sorry for the delay with this response but only got the message now, however after reading about your concern you are likely to have answer by now from your doctor as to what the problem is. I hope all is okay with you now, so once again accept my apology.
Keep well
Kacy
I'm 14 weeks pregnant and just went to the bathroom and noticed when I wiped a " snot " like substance on the toilet paper? It's as if I had a really bad sinus infection and blew my nose on the tissue ( color wise ). It's like flourescent green. I just had a colposcopy 3 days ago and found out I have a mild level of cervical dysplasia. No infection or anything and this discharge does not have an odor to it and I have no burning or itching. I've never had this happen before and am pretty embarassed about it. Since I already had a colposcopy a few days ago, could I still have an infection? Wouldn't the doctor have known? No weird symptoms besides the color of the discharge.Hi Megan sorry for the delay with this response. Megan when it comes to pregnancy I am a great believer in having any odd goings on that your not used to, to have checked out. It may be nothing to worry about because pregnancy can cause all sorts of changes to happen with the body, however its a good thing to know why this change has occurred.
Sorry I couldn't be more helpful
Kacy
hi,kary.
im desiree.
i had been having a green discharge since i had my period over.
i am worried about it,so i decided to seek help from you.
i told my mum about it,and she said its because of dirtiness on my vagina.
and she told me that it will be over soon.
the discharge is in green in colour,fishy smell and less,not much.
it does not feel itchy.
and i really,dont know what to do,im afraid its a disease.
and i didnt have sex.
and futhermore,im still young.and,im not sure to see a doctor yet,cos my mum told me that it will be gone by itself,but it is true to say so?or its really a infection?i really hope that you could give me an accurate answer.
and,right now,i really dont know what to do.do you have any cure for it?or some advise to me,to make me feel not worried.
i really need your help kacy,im really scared.
sometimes,my vagina feels burning when urine.but now it doesnt.
so please get back to me asap okay?
i hope you can help me.thankyou.
desiree.Hey Desiree stop panicking, even if it is an infection it is treatable. Green discharge is not normal end of story. I personally wouldn't say it is caused by a dirty vagina, however people differ so maybe making assumptions is wrong of me. If it persists and the discharge doesn't return to normal (whitish) then pop along to your doctor as you many need antibiotics to sort this problem. Don't worry this is common issue for lots of girls
Sorry I couldn't be more helpful
Keep well
Kacy
thanks kacy for telling me this.its getting better,no more gree discharge anymore.
thanks,and i was really scared in the start,but now,not anymore.
hi i am 28 i have had one son ten years ago and was on depo for a few years after, been off it now for 5 years. always had a normal cycle with my periods, but this year it changed i got a yellow greenish discharge that has a very unpleasant smeel and has chunks in it that look like cheese. i have noticed that it all seems to be part of my cycle i get my period then for 2 weeks after i get normal discharge then it goes like cottage cheese but still white and not smelley then just before my period it changes again to yellow green. i have been to the doctors a few times had all the tests done they came up clear with everything else except slight thrush . the doctor didnt want to put me on thrush tablets because i had already had two doses in the 3 months and she said it isnt good for me to have another dose. she put me on antbiotics instead 2 kinds but still this problem remains. i dont know if i should worry because i have had all the tests done and had medication for it and i think it might just be part of my cycle. i am married and have regular intercourse with my husband who has also been checked and got the clear. also for a day before the dicharge changes to yellow green i get itchy but this goes away once the discharge shows the next day. i have noticed that this is like clockwork now and i can nearly exactly predict when this will occur. i shower twice dailey and always keep clean.
I have a hereby yellow discharge which has a musky smell to it I've been putting off going to the doctor as I thought it was nothing serious however after reading this I'm very worried! What is wrong with me!??That is supposed to say greeny not hereby...
I've had a greenish discharge with an unpleasant smell now for almost a year.
No itching or burning but one day my pee started to smell horrible.
Is this due to the discharge?
More comments