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Vaginal Discharge

Knowing the difference between normal discharge and infections

The Healthy Vagina - The vagina serves as a passageway between the outside of the body and the inner reproductive organs. The pH balance of the vagina is acidic, which discourages infections from occurring. This acidic environment is created by normally-occurring bacteria. A healthy vagina produces secretions to cleanse and regulate itself, similar to how saliva cleanses and regulates the environment of the mouth. These vaginal secretions are normal vaginal discharge. Any interference with the delicate balance of vaginal secretions sets up an environment conducive to infection.

Normal Vaginal Discharge - All women have some vaginal discharge. Normal discharge may appear clear, cloudy white, and/or yellowish when dry on clothing. It may also contain white flecks and at times may be thin and stringy. Changes in normal discharge can occur for many reasons, including menstrual cycle, emotional stressors, nutritional status, pregnancy, usage of medications - including birth control pills, and sexual arousal.

Effects of the Menstrual Cycle - The menstrual cycle affects the vaginal environment. You may notice increased wetness and clear discharge around mid-cycle. The pH balance of the vagina fluctuates during the cycle and is the least acidic on the days just prior to and during menstruation. Infections, therefore, are most common at this time.

Signs of Abnormal Discharge - Any changes in color or amount of discharge may be a sign of a vaginal infection. Vaginal infections are very common; most women will experience some form of a vaginal infection in their lifetime. If you experience any of the symptoms below, this may be a sign of vaginal infection:

Discharge accompanied by itching, rash or soreness

Persistent, increased discharge

Burning on skin during urination

White, clumpy discharge (somewhat like cottage cheese)

Grey/white or yellow/green discharge with a foul odor

Outlined below is basic information on three common vaginal infections

Bacterial Vaginosis - The exact cause of bacterial vaginosis is unknown. Similar to a yeast infection, there is an overgrowth of bacteria, and the delicate balance of the vaginal environment is upset when these bacteria occur in increased amounts. Recurrence of bacterial vaginosis is common and bacterial vaginosis can coexist with other vaginal infections. Women that have multiple partners or receive oral intercourse are at an increased risk of acquiring bacterial vaginosis.

Signs and Symptoms

Increased amount of discharge

Grey/white, thin, watery discharge

Foul/fishy odor with discharge

Increased odor to discharge immediately after intercourse

Nearly half of the women with bacterial vaginosis don't display any symptoms.

Treatment

There is no over-the-counter treatment available. There are two treatment options with metronidazole (Flagyl) - an oral antibiotic or a topical antibiotic cream. Metronidazole can cause nausea and darkening of urine. Alcohol consumption should be avoided while on this medication, and for 48 hours after treatment, due to possible alcohol intolerance, which can result in nausea and vomiting. If you are using the vaginal antibiotic preparation, it must be used daily.

Trichomoniasis - This infection is caused by a one-celled protozoan organism. Trichomoniasis is almost always spread through sexual contact. However, the protozoan organism can survive for up to twenty-four hours in a moist environment, making wet towels or bathing suits possible instruments of transmission from someone with the infection.

Signs and Symptoms

Most men and some women don't display any symptoms, which may include:

Yellow/green, frothy, discharge

Foul odor with discharge

Increased amount of discharge

Inflammation of vulva/vagina

Increased frequency of urination

Itching

Treatment

The treatment used is the oral antibiotic, metronidazole. Remember - no alcohol consumption when taking the medication and for 48 hours after treatment! It is recommended that both partners be treated at the same time to avoid recurrent infections. Partners should be treated even if they aren't displaying any symptoms. Avoid intercourse until treatment is completed.

Monilia (Yeast) Infection

There is normally a small amount of yeast (Candida albicans) present in the vagina. A yeast infection occurs when there is an overabundance of yeast, often caused by a change in the pH balance of the vagina. Yeast infections are not usually sexually transmitted.

Some factors that may increase susceptibility to yeast infections

Signs and symptoms

Increased amount of discharge

White, clumpy (cottage cheese-like), discharge

Redness, itching, burning in vaginal/vulvar area

Treatment

Since yeast is normally present in the vagina, it is unrealistic to try to eliminate all yeast. Therefore, the goal of treatment is to reduce the overgrowth of yeast organisms and return the vagina to a healthy balance. Treatment consists of antifungal agents in the form of tablets, vaginal creams or suppositories. Over-the-counter treatments are available. However, if you are pregnant, always be sure to have any medications approved by a health care provider. Partners are not usually treated unless they are displaying symptoms such as itching or irritation in the genital area. Treatment for male partners consists of the use of fungicidal cream on the penis.

Prevention and treatment guidelines for vaginal infections

Have new partners wear condoms during sexual intercourse.

Stay healthy; eat well, get enough sleep, drink enough fluids.

Keep vaginal area clean and dry.

Wear cotton underwear.

Wipe from front to back after urination or bowel movement.

Avoid using deodorant pads or tampons.

Don't use petroleum jelly or other oils for lubricants.

Don't douche.

Use medication as long as directed.

Avoid sexual intercourse until treatment is completed and you are symptom free.

Don't scratch infected or inflamed areas; it can cause further irritation.

If using medication inside the vagina, use it during the menstrual period.

During an infection, use pads rather than tampons if menstruation occurs.

Avoid vulvo/vaginal irritants, including perfumed or deodorant soaps/body washes.

If symptoms persist after completing the treatment, an exam is indicated. Call for an appointment, and please use nothing in the vagina for 48 hours prior to your exam.

If you are a registered University of Illinois student and you have questions or concerns, or need to make an appointment, please call: Dial-A-Nurse at 333-2700

If you are concerned about any difference in your treatment plan and the information in this handout, you are advised to contact your health care provider.

Microorganism

A microorganism (from the Greek. ??????. mikros . "small" and ??????????. organismos . "organism") is a microscopic living organism. which may be a single cell [ 1 ] or a multicellular organism. The study of microorganisms is called microbiology. a subject that began with the discovery of microorganisms in 1674 by Antonie van Leeuwenhoek. using a microscope of his own design.

Microorganisms are very diverse and include all the bacteria and archaea and almost all the protozoa. They also include some fungi. algae. and certain animals. such as rotifers. Many macro animals and plants have juvenile stages which are also microorganisms. Some microbiologists also classify viruses (and viroids ) as microorganisms, but others consider these as nonliving. [ 2 ] [ 3 ]

Microorganisms live in every part of the biosphere. including soil. hot springs. "seven miles deep" in the ocean. "40 miles high" in the atmosphere and inside rocks far down within the Earth's crust (see also endolith ). [ 4 ] Microorganisms, under certain test conditions, have been observed to thrive in the vacuum of outer space. [ 5 ] [ 6 ] The total amount of soil and subsurface bacterial carbon is estimated as 5 x 10 17 g, or the "weight of the United Kingdom". [ 4 ] According to some estimates, microorganisms outweigh "all other living things combined thousands of times over". [ 7 ] The mass of prokaryote microorganisms — which includes bacteria and archaea, but not the nucleated eukaryote microorganisms — may be as much as 0.8 trillion tons of carbon (of the total biosphere mass of 4 trillion tons). [ 8 ] On 17 March 2013, researchers reported data that suggested microbial life forms thrive in the Mariana Trench. the deepest spot in the Earth's oceans. [ 9 ] [ 10 ] Other researchers reported related studies that microorganisms thrive inside rocks up to 580 m (1,900 ft; 0.36 mi) below the sea floor under 2,590 m (8,500 ft; 1.61 mi) of ocean off the coast of the northwestern United States. [ 9 ] [ 11 ] On 20 August 2014, scientists confirmed the existence of microorganisms living 800 m (2,600 ft; 0.50 mi) below the ice of Antarctica. [ 12 ] [ 13 ] According to one researcher,"You can find microbes everywhere — they're extremely adaptable to conditions, and survive wherever they are." [ 9 ]

Microorganisms are crucial to nutrient recycling in ecosystems as they act as decomposers. As some microorganisms can fix nitrogen. they are a vital part of the nitrogen cycle. and recent studies indicate that airborne microorganisms may play a role in precipitation and weather. [ 14 ] Microorganisms are also exploited in biotechnology. both in traditional food and beverage preparation. and in modern technologies based on genetic engineering. A small proportion of microorganisms are pathogenic and cause disease and even death in plants and animals. [ 15 ] Microorganisms are often referred to as microbes . but this is usually used in reference to pathogens.

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Evolution [ edit ]

Single-celled microorganisms were the first forms of life to develop on Earth, approximately 3–4 billion years ago. [ 16 ] [ 17 ] [ 18 ] Further evolution was slow, [ 19 ] and for about 3 billion years in the Precambrian eon. all organisms were microscopic. [ 20 ] So, for most of the history of life on Earth the only forms of life were microorganisms. [ 21 ] Bacteria, algae and fungi have been identified in amber that is 220 million years old, which shows that the morphology of microorganisms has changed little since the Triassic period. [ 22 ] The newly discovered biological role played by nickel. however — especially that engendered by volcanic eruptions from the Siberian Traps (site of the modern city of Norilsk ) — is thought to have accelerated the evolution of methanogens towards the end of the Permian–Triassic extinction event. [ 23 ]

Microorganisms tend to have a relatively fast rate of evolution. Most microorganisms can reproduce rapidly, and bacteria are also able to freely exchange genes through conjugation. transformation and transduction. even between widely divergent species. [ 24 ] This horizontal gene transfer. coupled with a high mutation rate and many other means of genetic variation. allows microorganisms to swiftly evolve (via natural selection ) to survive in new environments and respond to environmental stresses. This rapid evolution is important in medicine, as it has led to the recent development of "super-bugs ", pathogenic bacteria that are resistant to modern antibiotics. [ 25 ]

Pre-microbiology [ edit ]

The possibility that microorganisms exist was discussed for many centuries before their discovery in the 17th century. The existence of unseen microbiological life was postulated by Jainism. which is based on Mahavira 's teachings as early as 6th century BCE. [ 26 ] Paul Dundas notes that Mahavira asserted the existence of unseen microbiological creatures living in earth, water, air and fire. [ 27 ] The Jain scriptures also describe nigodas. which are sub-microscopic creatures living in large clusters and having a very short life, which are said to pervade every part of the universe, even the tissues of plants and animals. [ 28 ] The earliest known idea to indicate the possibility of diseases spreading by yet unseen organisms was that of the Roman scholar Marcus Terentius Varro in a 1st-century BC book titled On Agriculture in which he warns against locating a homestead near swamps:

… and because there are bred certain minute creatures that cannot be seen by the eyes, which float in the air and enter the body through the mouth and nose and they cause serious diseases. [ 29 ]

In 1546, Girolamo Fracastoro proposed that epidemic diseases were caused by transferable seedlike entities that could transmit infection by direct or indirect contact, or even without contact over long distances.

All these early claims about the existence of microorganisms were speculative and were not based on any data or science. Microorganisms were neither proven, observed, nor correctly and accurately described until the 17th century. The reason for this was that all these early studies lacked the microscope .

History of microorganisms' discovery [ edit ]

Clear Slimy Discharge in Pregnant Women

It is well-known that discharges of various colors and consistencies are common to all women. If you have clear slimy discharges you are perfectly healthy, but only as long as they are not too cloudy, green or yellow in color.

Discharges occurring before and after periods are natural, and usually their absence and not their presence should be the thing to worry about. This regular discharge means that you’re in your fertile period, which (for most women) occurs two weeks after the start of the period.

If you feel uncomfortable, it is better to wear a panty liner or a gentle glide tampon, if it is too heavy to wear a pad.

But what if you are pregnant and have clear slimy discharges? Do they mean: miscarriage, complications…? Since every woman knows that during her pregnancy she should pay special attention to her body and its health, here are a few things that you need to know.

Clean Slimy Discharges during Pregnancy. Are They Safe?

Clear, slimy discharges are normally safe during pregnancy, because they are a sign that a woman is going to give birth soon. These discharges aren’t frequent and are not characterized by a large amount of mucous. They are referred to as a preparation stage that is essential for prevention of bacterial penetration into the uterus and vagina.

If you are in the last stage of pregnancy, these discharges can be considered as normal, if they aren’t accompanied by a strong odor, itching or a burning sensation. However, when they become regular and you experience discomfort on an ongoing basis, you require immediate professional attention and care. If there is anything about the discharges that troubles you, it is better to consult a professional rather than taking them for granted.

There are very rare cases, when such discharges may be a sign of complications, but they are still possible. Self-treatment is not recommended, since it can influence both your health and the health of your baby.

A clear slimy discharge during pregnancy is a sign that a woman is going to give birth very soon. There are many situations, when a woman goes into labor a couple of hours after the discharge. However, it usually takes 2-3 days.

This type of discharge is an element of preparation when the body expels the mucus plug for the sanitary protection of the cervix opening. The discharge helps to prevent bacteria from penetrating into the vagina and entering the uterus. This is how the body of a woman keeps the baby safe and healthy.

The discharge doesn’t differ in color during the preparation for labor, but it does vary in consistency. In most cases, it looks like a usual discharge that every woman has. However there are cases when the discharge is slightly pink in color because it is tinged with blood.

When there is blood and it doesn’t look like a regular discharge, you should consult your doctor. The blood can indicate abruption or placenta previa, which requires special attention and immediate treatment. In case the discharge is very heavy (as in 2-3 tbsp), seek immediate medical help.

The closer that you are to the 39 th week of pregnancy, the greater is the possibility of experiencing the discharge.

Slimy Discharges in Teenagers

Are you a teenager, who is experiencing clear slimy discharges . Don’t panic! You are going through hormonal changes that cause discharges of this type. As a rule, this happens because your body is making an attempt to establish regular menstrual cycles and this is when the cervical glands are getting stimulated by these changes.

Due to Sexual Arousal

Such discharges are normal during sexual stimulation: the glands become stimulated to make sexual activity more enjoyable and comfortable. Some women can experience much heavier amounts of discharges than others do. This depends on the organism and the individual.

As Long as There Is no Odor

If your clear slimy discharges are odorless, there is nothing to be worried about. However, if the discharge has a foul odor, it indicates a problem. The condition should be immediately reported to a health care professional in order to avoid possible complications.

If the discharges have a foul smell, it means that the woman is suffering from an infection that can be sexually transmitted, although some of them aren’t transmitted during intercourse. A foul smell can develop due to the presence of a foreign body in the vagina (a tampon after the period ends) and cause slimy discharges. In rare cases, this also leads to occurrence of different infections that are difficult to cope with.

Clear slimy discharges are safe in about 86% of cases. Though the percentage is rather high, there is no a 100% guarantee a pregnant woman can feel absolutely safe. Pay special attention to the color and amount of the discharge to avert possible negative consequences.

Female Discharge During Organism; I Am So Confused?

Female Discharge During Organism; I Am So Confused?

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