What causes leucorrhea that looks like runny nose?

Like nasal discharge, leucorrhea may be related to physiological changes during ovulation, vaginitis, cervicitis, pelvic inflammatory disease, endometriosis and other factors.

1. Physiological changes during ovulation

Increased estrogen levels during ovulation will lead to increased secretion of cervical mucus, which appears in a transparent and stringy shape similar to nasal discharge. This kind of leucorrhea is usually odorless and accompanied by an egg white-like stringy feeling. It is a normal physiological phenomenon and does not require special treatment. Just pay attention to keeping the perineum clean.

2. Vaginitis

In bacterial vaginosis or candida infection, inflammatory stimulation can make the leucorrhea become sticky and snot-like. Bacterial vaginosis is often accompanied by a fishy smell, and metronidazole vaginal suppositories can be used ； Candida vaginitis is often accompanied by bean dregs-like discharge, and clotrimazole vaginal tablets can be used. Avoid excessive vaginal douching on a daily basis.

3. Cervicitis

Cervicitis caused by gonococcal or chlamydial infection can lead to purulent and sticky leucorrhea. Contact bleeding may occur in the acute phase, and treatment with ceftriaxone sodium for injection combined with azithromycin tablets is required as directed by the doctor. Sexual intercourse is prohibited during treatment.

4. Pelvic inflammatory disease

Pelvic inflammation caused by ascending infection will cause excessive leucorrhea that is mucopurulent, and persistent pain in the lower abdomen is a typical symptom. It is recommended to infuse levofloxacin hydrochloride sodium chloride injection intravenously. Severe cases require hospitalization for combined antibiotic treatment.

5. Endometriosis

Irritation of ectopic endometrial tissue can lead to brown, sticky leucorrhea, which is often accompanied by progressive dysmenorrhea. Leuprorelin acetate sustained-release microsphere injection is commonly used clinically to suppress ovarian function, and laparoscopic surgery is required to remove the lesions if necessary.

It is recommended to wear cotton breathable underwear and change it daily, and avoid using sanitary products containing fragrance. If abnormal leucorrhea lasts for more than two weeks, or is accompanied by itching, odor, abdominal pain and other symptoms, you should promptly go to the gynecology department for routine leucorrhea, cervical TCT and pelvic ultrasound examination. It is necessary to change sanitary napkins frequently during menstruation and pay attention to cleanliness before and after sex. Strengthening immunity can help prevent the recurrence of infection.