What causes white yellowish discharge during pregnancy?
Patient: hello im wondering if you can help me, im 34 weeks pregnant with my third child and for the last week or so ive had a really heavy thick discharge, its kind of a white yellowy colour with a bit of brown, i know this mite disgust you but im a smoker and im really worried there is something wrong the baby doesnt move much but hasnt rite through my pregnancy can you tell me if this discharge is normal. Doctor: Hello dear,I understand your concern.In my opinion thick yellow vaginal discharge needs examination to rule out any infection.The optimum fetal movements should be atleast 10 in a span of 12 hours.I suggest you to consult doctor and get vaginal examination done to check for any infection.In case of any infection antibiotics might be needed for it as these infections might predispose to preterm pains.Smoking during pregnancy causes growth retardation of fetus and low IQ in baby.So stopping smoking during pregnancy is essential.Best regards...