What does the yellow discharge on the underpants show?

Vaginal discharge for the female body is the norm and an indicator of the well-coordinated work of the reproductive system. The amount and concentration of excretion can vary depending on such factors as the onset of ovulation, menstruation, pregnancy or breastfeeding, the intake of hormonal medications. But not all allocations are considered the norm. If you notice any changes in their color, for full confidence it is better to consult a specialist.

So, yellow discharge on shorts can be a sign of the development of diseases, and may not go beyond the norm. It depends on their amount, the concomitant odor, and the presence of secondary symptoms.

Normal discharge is considered to be a transparent shade or whitish color. There are situations when they turn yellow. White-yellow discharge does not always indicate an inflammatory process. If they do not have any additional signs of the disease (itching, discomfort, burning, pain), then there is no reason for excitement.

When the sexual intercourse was not protected, and ejaculation occurred in the vagina, yellow discharge on the underpants may appear along with white clots. Such a process can be observed for a certain period, which lasts about several hours.

Often the amount of secretions increases during the period of ovulation, before the onset of menstruation, and they can turn yellow, which is a consequence of the influence of hormones, and acquire a different shade. But this does not mean that all the allocation of an unusual shade or concentration should be considered the norm. It is better to be convinced of it, having visited the gynecologist. Too many pathologies, the sign of which are changes in color and odor of secretions.

Thus, yellow excretions on shorts are often a sign of inflammation or the presence of diseases of the reproductive system. The most common causes of these secretions can be:

1. Development of bacterial vaginitis. The disease is accompanied by copious discharge of yellow along with burning, itching and unpleasant sensations that accompany the sexual act.
2. Colpitis, which is also characterized by the appearance of edema and itching in the region of the external genitalia. This disease can be accompanied by pain accompanying sexual intercourse, and periodic pains below the navel.
3. Cervical erosion. In this case, the discharge is uninvolved, but the sexual intercourse can result in bloody discharge.
4. Acute and chronic salpingitis. In the acute form of the disease yellow discharge on the underpants are abundant, and in chronic cases - very scarce. There are also several additional evidence of the presence of this disease: painful menstruation, bowel flatulence, back pain and painful sexual intercourse, after which there may be spotting.
5. Acute and chronic adnexitis. The acute form of the disease is characterized by the presence of purulent, abundant yellow secretions, while chronic discharge is meager, but they cause burning in the vagina and labia.
6. Also, purulent discharge accompanies some venereal diseases (gonorrhea, trichomoniasis, chlamydia). As a rule, as additional symptoms there is burning, itching and pain, which accompanies sexual intercourse.
7. Allergic reaction, which can cause incorrectly selected pads, tampons, contraceptives, hygiene and cosmetic products, underwear made of synthetic materials.

If you notice yellow discharge on your underpants, which are abundant, they emit a sharp unpleasant odor, and cause pain during intercourse, a feeling of discomfort in the external part of the genitalia, consult a doctor. The earlier you do this, the sooner you eliminate the possible cause of the disease.