Why does leucorrhea flow out like water?

Leucorrhea flowing out like water may be related to physiological factors, vaginitis, cervicitis, pelvic inflammatory disease, hydrosalpinx and other causes. Normal leucorrhea is in the form of a white, thin paste or egg white, with a small amount and no peculiar smell. If watery leucorrhea occurs, the cause must be determined based on the accompanying symptoms, and it is recommended to seek medical treatment in time for a clear diagnosis.

1. Physiological factors

Estrogen levels increase during ovulation or pregnancy, which may lead to increased secretion of cervical mucus and the appearance of clear, watery leucorrhea. This kind of leucorrhea has no odor and no itching of the vulva, which is a normal physiological phenomenon. Just pay attention to cleaning the perineum every day, no special treatment is needed, and avoid using irritating lotions to rinse the vagina.

2. Vaginitis

Bacterial vaginosis or trichomonas vaginitis may cause watery leucorrhea, often accompanied by a fishy smell or yellow-green foamy discharge. Vaginitis may be related to factors such as frequent vaginal washing and poor sexual hygiene. You need to use metronidazole vaginal effervescent tablets, clotrimazole vaginal suppositories, Baofukang suppositories and other drugs as directed by your doctor, and avoid sexual intercourse during treatment.

3. Cervicitis

Cervicitis caused by gonococcal or chlamydial infection results in profuse, thin purulent leucorrhea that may be accompanied by contact bleeding. Cervicitis may be related to factors such as artificial abortion and cervical damage. It needs to be diagnosed through secretion testing. You can use anti-metritis tablets, gynecological Qianjin capsules and other drugs as directed by your doctor. Severe cases need to receive laser treatment.

4. Pelvic inflammatory disease

When pelvic inflammation causes an increase in fallopian tube exudate, persistent watery leucorrhea may occur, accompanied by lower abdominal pain or fever. Pelvic inflammatory disease is mostly related to ascending infection and needs to be treated with antibiotics such as ceftriaxone sodium for injection and doxycycline hydrochloride tablets, as well as local hot compresses to relieve symptoms.

5. Hydrosalpinx

After the distal fallopian tube is blocked and forms hydrops, a large amount of clear fluid may be discharged intermittently, often accompanied by infertility or chronic pelvic pain. Hydrosalpinx is mostly related to past infection or surgical adhesion, and needs to be diagnosed through ultrasound or contrast imaging. Mild cases can be treated with traditional Chinese medicine enema, while severe cases require laparoscopic surgery.

You should choose cotton breathable underwear and change it daily, and avoid sitting for long periods of time or wearing tight pants. Reduce the intake of spicy and stimulating foods in the diet, and supplement yogurt containing lactobacilli in an appropriate amount. If watery leucorrhea lasts for more than 3 days or is accompanied by abdominal pain, fever and other symptoms, you need to see a gynecologist as soon as possible and avoid using lotions or antibiotics on your own. Regular cervical cancer screening can help detect lesions early.