What's the matter with leucorrhea that is white and sticky like paste?

White, sticky, paste-like leucorrhea may be related to factors such as changes in hormone levels, vaginal flora imbalance, bacterial vaginosis, vulvovaginal candidiasis, cervicitis, etc. It can be improved by adjusting living habits, drug treatment, etc.

1. Changes in hormone levels

Increased estrogen levels in women during ovulation or pregnancy may stimulate increased secretion of cervical glands, resulting in excessive leucorrhea with a sticky and pasty texture. This situation is a physiological change and does not require special treatment. Just pay attention to perineal cleaning every day.

2. Vaginal flora imbalance

Long-term use of antibiotics, frequent vaginal douching and other factors may destroy the vaginal microecological balance, resulting in sticky and odorless leucorrhea, which may be accompanied by mild vulvar itching. It is recommended to avoid excessive cleaning and follow your doctor’s advice to use vaginal lactobacilli capsules to regulate the flora.

3. Bacterial vaginosis

Overgrowth of anaerobic bacteria such as Gardnerella can cause gray-white homogeneous leucorrhea, often accompanied by a fishy odor. It may be related to factors such as frequent sexual intercourse and multiple sexual partners. Metronidazole vaginal effervescent tablets or clindamycin phosphate vaginal cream should be used as directed by your doctor.

4. Vulvovaginal candidiasis

Candida infection can cause white curd-like or tofu-like leucorrhea, accompanied by obvious vulvar itching and burning pain. Diabetic patients and those who use immunosuppressants for a long time are prone to the disease. You need to use clotrimazole vaginal tablets or miconazole nitrate suppositories as directed by your doctor.

5. Cervicitis

Infection of the cervix with gonorrhea, chlamydia and other pathogens may cause purulent and sticky leucorrhea, which may be combined with bleeding after intercourse. It is necessary to confirm the diagnosis through cervical secretion testing, and use azithromycin dispersible tablets or doxycycline tablets for anti-infective treatment as directed by your doctor.

You should choose cotton breathable underwear and change it daily. Avoid using soap to clean the perineum. Reduce the intake of high-sugar foods and supplement yogurt with probiotics in moderation. If the abnormal leucorrhea lasts for more than a week, or is accompanied by itching, odor, abdominal pain and other symptoms, it is recommended to go to a gynecologist in time for routine leucorrhea, cervical TCT and other examinations. Avoid using vaginal douches or medications on your own as they may worsen symptoms or mask the condition.