Vaginal Discharge Colors &
What They Can Mean
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White
Pink
Red
Brown
Yellow
This is one of the most common colors of normal vaginal discharge.
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White
Discharge
This is one of the most common colors of normal vaginal discharge. The shade can range from milky white to pale yellow. Discharge can also range in texture, from watery to sticky and thick.
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Green
Gray
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Discharge
Pink
Discharge
Light, bright shades of pink indicate vaginal bleeding. This is normal at the start of your period but can be a sign of an underlying health issue if noticed between periods.
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Red
Discharge
Bright to dark red discharge indicates vaginal bleeding. This is normal during your period but can be a sign of an underlying health issue if noticed between periods.
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Brown
Discharge
Rusty brown discharge indicates vaginal bleeding. This is normal during your period, especially toward the end, but can be a sign of an underlying health issue if noticed between periods.
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Yellow
Discharge
A light yellow color typically indicates normal, healthy discharge. Dark or greenish-yellow discharge, however, can be a sign of infection, especially if accompanied by symptoms like itching, burning or pain while urinating.
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Green
Discharge
A green or greenish-yellow
color can be a sign of infection, especially if accompanied by symptoms like itching, burning
or pain while urinating.
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Gray
Discharge
A dark gray color can be a sign
of bacterial vaginosis, especially
if discharge is also foul-smelling.
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