White discharge can be considered as an indicator of gynecological diseases in women. Normal white discharge is egg white in shape, colorless, odorless, and can also be stringy. If abnormal vaginal discharge occurs, it may be a sign of certain gynecological diseases. So what happens if the vaginal discharge turns brown during ovulation?
The reason for brownish white discharge during ovulation
The main reasons for brownish white discharge during ovulation are physiological and pathological factors.
1. Physiological brown vaginal discharge: commonly seen in the middle of two menstrual periods, which is the ovulation period.
Physiological brown vaginal discharge is a manifestation of ovulation, which may also appear one or two days before and after menstruation, as a sign of premenstrual menstruation and incomplete menstruation. Physiological brownish white discharge is a normal phenomenon, there is no need to worry. But if the problem of brownish white discharge has not disappeared after the ovulation period, it should be checked as soon as possible to rule out pathological causes of brownish white discharge.
2. Pathological brown discharge: caused by gynecological conditions or certain malignant tumors and lesions.
Pathological brownish white discharge must be observed, as it may be caused by gynecological conditions. Therefore, if there is a brownish white discharge problem, it is necessary to go to a regular hospital for examination as soon as possible to rule out disease factors.
What diseases can cause pathological brownish white discharge
1. Cervicitis: Delivery lacerations, hormonal changes, or improper sexual behavior can all cause cervicitis, leading to brownish white discharge. Among them, cervical erosion is a common chronic cervicitis and an important factor leading to brownish white discharge.
2. Cervical cancer: Cervical cancer is also a cause of brownish white discharge, but not all brownish white discharge is cancer. Therefore, when brownish white discharge occurs, it is important to pay attention to gynecological examinations, identify the cause early, and receive targeted treatment.
3. Cause of infection: If menstrual hygiene is not paid attention to, or other reasons lead to external genital infection, it is also a cause of brown vaginal discharge. For example, vaginitis is a common cause of brownish white discharge.
Don't be nervous when a woman's vaginal discharge turns brown. Work with a doctor to identify the cause and prescribe the right medicine. If it is a physiological brown discharge, it is normal and there is no need to worry. If it is pathological vaginal discharge, it should be checked in a timely manner to avoid serious illness.