A vagina keeps itself healthy and clean by secreting normal vaginal discharges.

So what is a normal discharge?

Know, that all women experience some amount of vaginal discharge. The glands in your vagina and cervix produce some amount of fluids that flows out of your vagina every day. This discharge helps to keep your vagina clean and infection free, as well as lubricated.

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Signs of Abnormal Discharge

Some signs that indicate you have abnormal discharge are:

• Increased or constant vaginal discharge, especially if it comes in a clot
  
• Itching, discomfort or rash in and around the vaginal area
  
• Burning sensation in vagina while urinating
  
• Blood in your discharge, especially when you are not menstruating
  
• When the consistency of the discharge is cottage cheese like
  
• Foul odour accompanied by green, yellow or grey discharge

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In case you happen to have any of these symptoms, consult your gynaecologist immediately. It could be a vaginal infection. And if left untreated it can lead to pus formation, pain, including high fever.