If you are unsure if you want to be pregnant, or if you just hope you are, a clear or gel-like discharge may make you think you might be. It’s good to know whether is really.
It is possible that a clear or jellylike discharge could be a sign of pregnancy, but there are many other possibilities. Some women have a natural watery or jellylike discharge when ovulating. Stress, sexual excitement or changes in medicine or diet can also cause a discharge.
This article will discuss whether clear, watery discharges or clear, jelly-like discharges are signs of pregnancy. The article will discuss all other possible causes of clear watery and jelly-like discharges, as well as what to watch out for.
Does Clear Watery Discharge Mean Pregnancy or Not?
It’s not uncommon for clear, watery discharge to be a sign that you are pregnant, but it can also be if your menstrual cycle has been irregular. Clear, watery discharge is usually a sign of a healthy vagina. If it is unusual, it may be an indication of something else.
According to Healthline’s estimates, women who haven’t yet reached menopause but have gone through puberty will discharge between 1 and 4 millilitres of normal, clear discharge (usually watery, but sometimes thicker), each day. (Source: Healthline).
This amount can increase when you ovulate. This amount may increase if your exercise has been strenuous.
It can also be an early pregnancy sign if the number of discharges increases if you start taking birth control pills. Watery discharge is not enough to determine if you are pregnant.
You may also experience other symptoms that indicate pregnancy if you have missed at least one period.
- Fatigue, particularly unexplained fatigue
- Increased Urination
- Tender, painful, or swollen breasts
- Areola changes in colour
- Morning sickness
- Changes in eating habits that are drastic (e.g., turning off favourite foods or craving foods you dislike)
- Bloating (source University of Rochester Health Center).
You may want to consider a pregnancy test if you notice any of these signs and a clear, liquid discharge. You may also be pregnant if you are suddenly constipated.
This type of vaginal discharge can be a sign of a problem. It is not common and it usually does not indicate any issues. You could have an STD or STI if you notice a foul odour or experience burning, itchiness or pain with your discharge.
It could also be a sign of menopause, or sexual arousal.
Is a clear jelly-like discharge a sign of early pregnancy?
A thicker, jelly-like discharge is also a sign of early pregnancy. However, like a clear or watery discharge, it does not always indicate that you are pregnant. This type of discharge may also be caused by infections, diseases, ovulation or stress.
You may also have a pH imbalance if you recently changed your diet or started taking a new medicine. Mucusy, thick discharge is often symptomatic of this. This is usually caused by diet or medication, but the illness can also be a factor.
The most obvious cause of a mucusy discharge is ovulation. This type of vaginal discharge is common for nearly all women who are ovulating.
If you have been trying to conceive or recently engaged in unprotected sexual activity and you think you might be pregnant, you should keep an eye on any other early pregnancy symptoms I’ve mentioned.
While thick, jelly-like discharge can be normal, especially when you are ovulating, it is not as frequent as clear, liquid discharge. This can also be a sign of a problem with your body.
Keep an eye on the discharge and call your doctor if you notice it turning green, yellow or brown. If it is time for your period, a brown or bloody discharge, along with dark red and black, is normal.
You may have a more serious problem if you also experience other symptoms, such as itching, burning, or painful urination. The most common issues in these cases are:
- Yeast Infection: A yeast infection is the most common reason for women to have an unhealthy discharge. A yeast infection can cause vaginal discharge and itching. Women with diabetes and stress may be more susceptible to yeast infections.
- Human papillomavirus: Although the HPV virus can cause genital warts or even cervical carcinoma, there may be no symptoms at all. Other times you may only experience mild symptoms such as mucusy discharge. HPV is usually accompanied by a foul smell.
- Bacterial Vaginosis: This is another bacterial infection that can cause a thick, jellylike discharge. It’s relatively common and easily treatable. Like HPV, the odour of bacterial vaginosis is usually strong and unpleasant.
- Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs): Chlamydia and gonorrhoea can both produce thick mucus, especially when left untreated.
- TrichomoniasisThis is an infection that can be spread through sexual contact. However, it can also be transmitted by sharing towels, washcloths and swimsuits. Others may have vaginal discharge or painful burning sensations. (Source: Healthline).