White discharge before a menstrual cycle does not cause any side-effects. But there are also times when your discharge may flag a problem towards your health. For example, thick white discharge accompanied by itching can be an indication of having a yeast infection. Yellow or green discharge may also indicate infection, such as bacterial vaginosis.
These infections may lead to side-effects like:
• pain, burning or discomfort in and around the vagina
• rash or sores with or without discharge
• cottage cheese or frothy textured discharge
• strong or foul vaginal odor
• redness
• swelling
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) can also cause unnatural discharge. If you’re sexually active and have witness a marked change in your discharge, see your doctor. If it is left untreated, STIs can turn into serious health complications, including infertility.
A health care professional may tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these health side-effects. Check with your gynecologist for your leucorrhoea treatment and prevention of side-effects.