Is it important to have yellow vaginal discharge without any odor during gynecological examination?

It's usually not a big deal if vaginal discharge turns yellow but has no odor during gynecological examination. It may be a physiological change or a mild inflammatory reaction. The yellowing of vaginal discharge may be related to factors such as dysbiosis of vaginal flora, cervicitis, hormone fluctuations, etc. If accompanied by itching, burning pain, or changes in secretion characteristics, timely medical attention should be sought. Yellow but odorless vaginal discharge is commonly seen before and after ovulation or in the second half of the menstrual cycle. At this time, cervical mucus secretion increases and may appear pale yellow after oxidation upon contact with air. Insufficient daily drinking water or taking vitamin B supplements may also cause the color of secretions to darken. This type of situation does not require special treatment. Keep the external genitalia clean and dry, choose cotton underwear, and change it daily. In rare cases, chronic cervicitis or bacterial vaginosis may only present as a change in vaginal discharge color without obvious odor in the early stages. Similar symptoms may also occur in the early stages of chlamydia infection. If the yellow discharge persists for more than two weeks, or if there is redness and swelling of the external genitalia, bleeding after intercourse, etc., routine vaginal discharge examination and cervical TCT screening should be performed. Patients with diabetes or those who use antibiotics for a long time should be more alert to the risk of fungal infection.

It is recommended to undergo a gynecological routine examination once a year and avoid frequent use of vaginal wash in daily life. When abnormal discharge occurs, it can be temporarily observed for 3-5 days. During this period, protective pads should be avoided to avoid aggravating the stuffy and hot humid environment. Women over 40 years old are recommended to simultaneously check for changes in hormone levels, and if necessary, use lactobacillus vaginal capsules under the guidance of a doctor to regulate bacterial balance.