Vaginal Discharge With Bowel Movement. Normal?

Posted on Mon, 19 Mar 2012

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Question : Is it normal to have a lot of visible creamy white discharge when you have a bowel movement

Answered by Dr. Andrew Rynne MD (2 hours later)

Hi there. Thank you for posting your question. I will do my best to help you.

No, this is by no means normal.
Where is this creamy white discharge coming from I wonder?
Bowel or vagina? Do you feel well in yourself?
Any pain or discomfort, odour?

Tell me more about it and I will try and help you further.

Dr Andrew Rynne.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T

Follow up: Dr. Andrew Rynne MD (2 hours later)

No pain discomfort or feeling of unwell. it has been happening for months now there is really quite a lot. it happens when i have a bm so i always thought it was from my bowel...i guess it could be vaginal.

Answered by Dr. Andrew Rynne MD (8 hours later)

Hi,
Thanks for writing in.
The exact cause of the discharge can be determined only when we know whether it is coming from your vagina or your bowels. White discharge from the vagina can occur in several infections. Also, white discharge from the bowels can be due to several conditions including infections, prescribe suitable treatment.
Hope this helps.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Aparna Kohli