What Does Vaginal Discharge Tell About Your Health?

It is perfectly normal and fine to have vaginal discharge. The amount, odour, colour, and consistency of discharge can be varied, depending on the time of your menstrual cycle. Nonetheless, an unusual increase in amount and sudden change of colour and texture of discharge with itching and burning sensation can indicate a presence of infection.

Vaginal discharge reflects your health. Hence, don’t be afraid to get to know your vaginal discharge. Here’s something you need to know about your vaginal discharge.

Our vagina is home to different types of friendly bacteria, which helps to maintain an optimal pH (less than pH 4.5 – acidic) in our vagina and inhibit the overgrowth of harmful bacteria. When there is an alteration in the balance of vaginal microbes, it can cause infections such as bacterial vaginosis and yeast infections. These infections can result in the change of the odour, colour, and consistency of discharge, including symptoms of itching and irritation. 

Factors that may affect the vaginal microbial ecosystem include:

• Douching and poor cleansing practice

• Sexual activity

• Hormonal birth control or IUDs

• Use of antibiotic and steroid

• Hormonal changes

• Uncontrolled diabetes

• Weakened immune system

Here are some daily habits to prevent vaginal infection. 

• Maintain good hygiene by washing with a gentle, mild soap and warm water.

• After a bowel movement, wipe from front to back to prevent bacteria into urethra and vagina.

• Wear cotton underwear and avoid wearing tight garments. 

• Practice safe sex by using a condom to prevent STIs.

• Avoid douches as they eliminate good bacteria that prevent vaginal infections.

• Last but not least, take probiotic-rich foods or probiotic supplements. 

Thinking which probiotic supplement should you take? Give VOFINA™a try!

VOFINA™ consists of 20 billion probiotics plus prebiotic, effective in maintaining a healthy balance of vaginal microflora. It addresses vaginal discharge odour, itching, and promotes vaginal firmness.

Vaginal infections usually happen when there is an imbalance of the vaginal microbial ecosystem. 

The beneficial bacteria in VOFINA™ keeps our vagina in its optimal pH (acidic), protecting against undesirable microbes. Therefore, take 1 capsule of VOFINA™ to keep the “bad” bacteria away.

Read More: 6 Tips to Keep Your Vagina Clean and Healthy!

By HC.C