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Menopause Discussion => All things menopause => Topic started by: Cara999 on March 15, 2022, 04:19:22 PM

Title: Help re watery discharge
Post by: Cara999 on March 15, 2022, 04:19:22 PM

I've been on vaginal estriol cream for the past few months with some benefit. I started systemic HRT elleste duet tablets last week and today I have the return of watery discharge....does anyone know why this could be please xxx

Title: Re: Help re watery discharge
Post by: Flossieteacake on March 15, 2022, 06:57:07 PM

I have watery discharge every day despite using ovestin. It is a symptom of vaginal atrophy and I am not sure if it ever goes. I mentioned it to a menopause DR when she asked me if I have any discharge. She just agreed it was vaginal atrophy related.

Title: Re: Help re watery discharge
Post by: CLKD on March 15, 2022, 07:03:49 PM

The vagina cleanses itself.  How much discharge?  Is it yellow, smelly, thick?  Watery is 'normal' for most.  Also what goes up ;-)

Title: Re: Help re watery discharge
Post by: Cara999 on March 15, 2022, 07:39:44 PM

Thanks ladies... it's just like water really, clear thin fluid, doesn't smell, it does irritate a little though and can sometimes feel a little stingy. Perhaps it's something that will never go. Never mind  :'(

Thanks again xxx

Title: Re: Help re watery discharge
Post by: Flossieteacake on March 15, 2022, 07:42:10 PM

That is exactly what I have. I am sorry it stings you. Maybe a barrier cream like E45 may help? I find it helpful myself but I know if skin is very sore you have to go slowly when trying anything new.

Title: Re: Help re watery discharge
Post by: CLKD on March 15, 2022, 07:52:22 PM

A barrier cream is a good idea.  As well as sleeping naked ;-) and not wearing knickers when at home. 

Title: Re: Help re watery discharge
Post by: Cara999 on March 15, 2022, 08:06:51 PM

I do use a barrier cream, epiderm or vaseline, does help a little. Thanks again 🥰 xx