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I have not had my period yet, but I have noticed white stuff on my underwear. What is it and is it normal?

That white stuff is vaginal discharge and it is completely normal. Every girl has vaginal discharge but what it looks like and how much can depend on the person. Sometimes it will be white and thick, clear and liquidy or a combination of both.

The only time you might need to see your doctor about white discharge is if it has a bad odor (it might smell fishy) or you are having burning or itching sensations. These could be possible signs of a yeast infection that needs to be taken care of with medicine.

As long as your discharge doesn't come with unpleasant smells or sensations, anything you might see in your underwear is perfectly normal!

Good luck,
Liz

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nikker on 1/7/2010 7:27:12 PM

mod:
i normally get enough discharge every day to wear a panti-liner. sometimes i even have to change it once a day. is that normal?

Hey babes, if it makes you more comfortable then that is fine. Some people wear them and some people don't. Everyone is different. xo JANA

jana k.

musiccandyforever on 1/2/2010 10:54:05 AM

MOD MOD MOD I don't have my period yet and i dont have discharge either. I'm 13-But my mom, sister, and BFF never had any discharge.Is this normal that i dont have discharge?

Hey doll! Most girls do get discharge but don't panic if you haven't gotten it yet. Just ask your doctor about in during your next check- up.

tyler j.

stixgirl101 on 12/29/2009 3:18:11 PM

mod mod mod i used a liner 4 my discharge but it feels like i have a dipper on !!!!!!! is that normal its my first time ever useing one

Hey babe,

Yep, that's normal. That's the reason why a lot of girls prefer tampons to pads for their periods, but for discharge a liner is really the best way to go.

Happy Holidays! xoxo Alllie

Allie S.

girlzrock123 on 12/24/2009 5:17:59 PM

I have been having vaginal dicharge since i was 9 , does that mean I will have my period soon PLZ HELP

morgan:) on 12/23/2009 1:29:14 AM

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OK I have 2 younger brothers and one is 7 and one is 9 almost 10 I will turn 12 on january 11th. My bros saw my tampons and pads earlier this morning and my 7 year old one threw a temper tantrum but my 9 year old one didnt do anything, My Mom says its kind of my dutey to give them advice and stuff, my mom works fullltime so she is really busy, my 9 year old broasked me about puberty and i told him i would, im fine with telling him about puberty but im not sure how to. can you help?

Hey girl! You can tell them that its just about growing up and your body changes, but maybe your rents should talk to them more in detail.

Eryn G.

bluesea98 on 12/15/2009 2:23:16 PM

Mod!!!
if u start having heavy discharg, could that b a sign of getting ur period?
plz answer soon!!!!

Yes that is a sign. Just prepare yourself for it. xoxo kerra

Kerra S.

18girlsalie on 12/12/2009 7:57:54 PM

oh and how come when u comment it doesnt show up
on the list hmmmm weird

It has to be approved.

Liz L.

WildFeathers18 on 12/10/2009 7:26:58 PM

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i think i get kind of alot of discharge but im not sure and it smells a bit, but then on other days none but my undies are dampish but not goey and smell, i dont want to stink! should i start to wear a pad? my mom bought some for later but im not sure
also i think i have alot of the signs but i dont really get cramps and no swelling... yet
ps haha like last April i predicted when i would get my period and i said February 11, 2010, so if that actually happens i will be so amazed haha lol and i think it might actually

Hey girl! You don't need a pad for discharge. It's completely normal to have discharge.

xoxo

liz

Liz L.

WildFeathers18 on 12/10/2009 7:26:14 PM

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I was wondering how you could prevent a yeast infection. Could you tell me how?
Thanks!

Hey girl, just keep things clean and change your pad regularly. That's the best way to do it!

xoxo

Alyssa B.

Faith265 on 12/9/2009 9:35:26 PM

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I am in the 3rd stage of breast development, am getting reay to turn 13 in 2 months, and have been getting dicshrage and have grown pubic hair for a year and a half. Am i going to get my period soon?

Hey babes, every girl is different, My friend didnt get hers until college. There is really no wa to tell. XO JANA

jana k.

Preyasi Black on 12/8/2009 11:25:01 PM

hey i am in like the 3rd. stage of breast development, I have had pubic hair for at least 2 years and have been having discharge for about a year and 3/4 I am also getteing ready to turn 13 am I going to have my period soon?

Preyasi Black on 12/6/2009 1:28:44 PM

MODMODMODMODMOD ok so ive been using pads for bout 2 days now.i got them from my moms bathroom, she doesnt know ive been having discharge though
.im scared to tell her and the pads r always
feeling uncomfrtable only my friends know ive been having discharge asnd wearing pads help

hey girl!

Your mom will be able to give you the best advice -- you should definitely talk to her! And she can help you find the best pads for you and answer all of your questions

I promise she'll help a ton if you let her know!

Sammy

Sammy d.

makeupgirl7 on 12/4/2009 7:05:44 PM

MOD MO MOD I get discharge but its always yellow, Is this normal?

Hey girl! Yeah, sounds pretty normal. I wouldn't worry!

-Taeler

Taeler L.

bluesea98 on 12/1/2009 10:28:00 AM

mod mod mod mod mod mod
ummm okay here are my symtoms
1.discharge for almost 2 years
2.boobs swelling and tender
3.hair down there, legs,armpits,arms
4.pimples, zits
5.cramps (sometimes)
6.cravings
am i gonna get "it" soon? also do some girls not even get their period?? help im worried

trapper.sam on 11/28/2009 6:12:31 PM

MOD MOD MOD MOD!!!!!!
What is yeast infection and is it serious because I think I might have it!

Hey girl! Its just an imablance, it isn't that serious you can get medicine thats over the counter. You should talk to your mom about it.

Eryn G.

emz_girl on 11/28/2009 3:38:55 PM

MOD MOD MOD! IM TEN AND IM GETTING MY DISCHARGE EVERYDAY FOR 5 MONTHS I BARELY HAVE PUBIC HAIR OR BOOBS MY SISTERS SAY IT DOESNT HAVE TO DO WITH PERIODS! COULD IT BE THE VANGINA JUST CLEANING ITSELF OUT OR IS IT A SIGN OF PERIODS AND IF IT IS HOW MUCH TIME DO I HAVE LEFT!I AM SOO NERVOUS IM SOO YOUNG!

Hey chicky, both. Discharge is responsible for getting rid of the old, dead, waste cells that line the vagina tract. And it is a sign that your period is on it's way. It can be hard to predict exactly when your period will arrive, so in the meantime get prepared with some pads and tampons and head to our

period page(http://www.girlslife.com/hub/periods-period.aspx) to learn more about them!

Lynae P.

emilyhearts99 on 11/27/2009 11:16:35 PM

What is an actual pantyliner?

Hey gal, a pantyliner is similiar to a pad. It's use to absorb blood from your period. It's only called a pantyliner because it goes in your underwear, unlike a tampon.

Lynae P.

ForrestRun515 on 11/27/2009 11:00:19 PM

Will my teachers get mad if I always have to change my pad in school?I heard a girl saying that her teachers got mad at her because she had a really heavy flow that day and she had to change her pad 3 times in school that day!Her teachers got furious at her!Will that happen to me?????

Hey chica, your teachers shouldn't get mad. You can't control your flow so it's not your fault. If any of your teachers do have a problem with you changing your pad, ask your parents to come and talk to them. I'm sure they'll be able to get everything straigthened out.

Lynae P.

ForrestRun515 on 11/27/2009 10:59:56 PM

Hey girl! Yep, sounds like that is what it is! Keep taking note of what is going on down there and you will be able to have an idea of what's going on with your bod!

-Taeler

Taeler L.

girly_girl1 on 11/24/2009 8:01:55 PM

MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD!!! I am 15 i have had discharge for about a year i have boobs(small but existent and i have pubic hair and have armpit hair!! All my friends have their periods except me!! When will i get mine??????

Hey babe,

You'll probably get yours really soon - maybe within the next six months. Everyone develops differently and you're just going at your own pace. Carry a pad with you so you'll be ready when it happens.

xoxo Allie

Allie S.

lutz94 on 11/20/2009 4:58:03 PM

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I havr heavy discharge and it really bothers me. I can actually feel it and when i do I think its my period but its not. Can you tell me about how many more months I have to wait until my period comes? I have hair in the places, my mom got hers in 6th grade and im in 7th, and heavy discharge. PLEASE HELP!!! Thanks

Make sure you wear a pad, so the feeling won't be as unusual. I think your period is on its way, but you can't just predict these sorts of things. Best,

Miliana B.

umbrella101 on 11/15/2009 11:34:33 AM

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Okay, I've had the discharge for like 6 or 7 months, i have hair 'down there', i have armpit hair, major mood swings, and cramps everyonce in a while... is this a sign to my big day? if so, like how long?

Hey girl! everyone is different and there's no way of knowing WHEN you will get your period. Just be prepared by keeping supplies in your backpack,and you could let your mom know you're anticipating it soon because of your signs!

Megan R.

RainBow_cow on 11/14/2009 3:05:17 AM

My sis was telling me that she got her period when she was 11!I just turned 12 and I heard that when you have more than 1 other girl in your house,your cycles sync and you will normally get your period around the same time!My sis has her's this week and into next!Will I get mine soon or around when she get's it?

ForrestRun515 on 11/10/2009 4:22:25 PM

How do you know if it's actually discharge?I've had damp undies and I read other articles online saying that I may have discharge!!!!!!

ForrestRun515 on 11/8/2009 3:27:53 PM

i comment sometimes and it dosent show up so ill do it again
Im 12 and ive been getting quite a bit more discharge than usual .. my mum offered to take me to the docs and i hastily said no ( i was really embarrased ) ... and now im regretting my choice.. :S i think i should have gone for a check up to be safe. How do i ask her without feeling like an idiot if she can take me docs ?

Hey girl, we approve all comments that aren't inappropriate, so a previous mod must have missed your other comments. Sorry about that! Anyways, I bet youre fine because that's a part of puberty, and you don't have to feel embarrassed or silly about it. Your mom was right to ask and she's here for ya. Just go to her and say you changed your mind. She'll understand. Best,

Miliana B.

sheistoorandom on 11/8/2009 11:16:29 AM

Mod,
Am I getting my period soon??
Im a 34a
I've had arm pitt hair since the beginnig of 5th grade
And pubic hair for about 1 year
And I've had discharge for about 11 months
And I've shvaed since the beggining of 5th grade
now im in 6th grade an im eleven
Thanks have a good daysee ya

Hey babe,

You're probably within six months or so of getting your period. Just start carrying a pad with you whenever you can and you'll be ready!

xoxo Allie

Allie S.

twilightlova4648 on 11/6/2009 6:31:24 PM

Omg thanks for the advice.. Omg the discharge is getting heavier every day and out of the blue i get sore breasts and sometimes a aching or sharp pains underneath my belly button
what is this meaning ?

sheistoorandom on 11/5/2009 2:21:36 PM

Im getting a lot of discharge recently... i get bad stomach aches and stitches sometimes.. ive got other puberty signs such as breast growth pubic hair ( i dnt have armpit hair ) Is this leading to my period or anything ? Btw the discharge is sometimés milky or clear

Hey girl! This is all totally normal signs of growing and changing! Keep noting the changes and you'll prob be getting your period pretty soon!

-Taeler

Taeler L.

sheistoorandom on 11/3/2009 11:38:07 AM

What is a pantyliner im new to this stuff and yellow dry stuff are in my panties should i prepare?

hager1234 on 10/21/2009 9:49:19 PM

mod ok i have had my period for like 4 months and this week started getting this weird white,clear and clumpy stuff in my undies and actually can feel it coming out i never really noticed it before i got my period i just saw clear until i started to feel it the other day is this gonna last 4 ever and should i wear a thin pad or just leave it?

Hey girl! You can do whatever you feel most comfortable with.

Eryn G.

blueberry1357 on 10/17/2009 3:47:40 PM

MOD MOD MOD MOD!!!!!!ok soo like # days ago my discharged stopped i had it for lik a year and now it stopped. although it stoped only for that dday but still. so then the next day i had BROWN yes BROWN discarge is something wrong with or what. or does this mean i am gonna get my period. And if it means i am going to get my period how much time do i have before i get it. what should i do to prepare fo it also

Hey girl, sounds like you should be prepared. That could even be the start of your period (dried blood is brown). Be sure to wear a pantyliner and keep some pads on you. Good luck!

xoxo

Alyssa B.

peace_11 on 10/15/2009 7:30:59 PM

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2. Say ur mom's name 5x
3. Say ur crushes name 3x
4. then paste this in 4 other spots, if you do this your crush will kiss you on the nearest friday!

ecochic101 on 10/13/2009 7:32:50 PM

I've got discharge! Should i be worried? Do i need to wear a pad or pantyline? Do i need to wear anything for discharge?

Hey girl! No, don't be worried, its normal! If you would feel more comfy you can def wear a pantyliner!

-Taeler

Taeler L.

Qt mouse on 10/13/2009 7:06:49 PM

Mod I know when you get your peorid it can be brown but will it have even a tint of red???? Just curious

Hey girl! Your period can seem brownish at times, but it will usually be more red. Best, Kristen

Kristen Y.

erichmo on 10/11/2009 6:52:32 PM

MOD Where do you get "cramps"

Hey girl! When it's that time of month, girls usually get stomach cramps under their belly buttons. Best, Kristen

Kristen Y.

erichmo on 10/11/2009 6:48:28 PM

Mod mod mod mod mod mod When you have your peorid do you feel it, and when you have discharge do you feel it? cuz i see yellowish whitish stuff in my underwear but never feel it?

Hey girl! If your period or discharge is heavier, you will prob feel it. But if it's pretty light, you might not feel it. Either way, no worries! Best, Kristen

Kristen Y.

erichmo on 10/11/2009 6:46:23 PM

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so ive had my period for about a year now and should have it right now, but instead i have really light, clear discharge.im a lil worried because i should be "bleeding" right now but its just clear, thick discharge.is this normal?thanks!

Hey girl! You might get that before you have your period, but everyone is different.

Eryn G.

Chrissy98Grace on 10/10/2009 2:28:00 PM

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this is my comment from before(in case u need it to answer)
Q:ive had discharge for about 15 monthes, i wear a 32a, have hair in all my "places" and recently i developed 'hips'. is my period coming soon, by the way im 13. also, i've been getting horrible cramps lately and today in class i had horrible aching pains 'down there'. why did that happen, it was just an ache and it hurt REALLY bad.
A: Hey girl, that's all a part of puberty and PMS. What's happening to you is def a sign your period is coming. I'd suggest keeping a pad on you so you're prepared. It should def be coming soon!
do u mean coming soon as in a few days or weeks or monthes? THANKS BY THE WAY!!!

Hey girl, I can't say for sure (everyone's body is different) but it's better to be prepared and to keep a stock of pads on you just in case.

xoxo

Alyssa B.

skijumper4life on 10/8/2009 8:15:27 PM

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ive had discharge for about 15 monthes, i wear a 32a, have hair in all my "places" and recently i developed 'hips'. is my period coming soon, by the way im 13. also, i've been getting horrible cramps lately and today in class i had horrible aching pains 'down there'. why did that happen, it was just an ache and it hurt REALLY bad.

Hey girl, that's all a part of puberty and PMS. What's happening to you is def a sign your period is coming. I'd suggest keeping a pad on you so you're prepared. It should def be coming soon!

xoxo

Alyssa B.

skijumper4life on 10/8/2009 6:03:41 PM

Mod Thanks alot, Taeler, you're the best!

Hey no prob, babe! Happy to help!

-Taeler

Taeler L.

{writerflair} on 10/5/2009 4:32:47 PM

*Mod* Hey, are you having a good day? I have a question... sometimes if my period is light and there are only maxi pads around the house I just fold up some tissue and stuff it down there. Is this healthy for me? Thanks for always being there for us GL girls, babe, we really appreciate it. {Writersflair}

Hey girl! I'm having a great day! Thank for asking! And, yes, that is perfectly fine!

-Taeler

Taeler L.

{writerflair} on 10/5/2009 4:18:56 PM

MOD!!!I also think I have discharge but its kind of yellowy whats it mean????

Hey girl! If your discharge is a little yellow, that's totally fine. Getting discharge just means that your body is getting ready to hit puberty soon. Best, Kristen

Kristen Y.

aubricasey2 on 10/4/2009 4:17:52 PM

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if you are having discharge, does this mean that you are able to have your period?

It means your body is changing and your period is part of that. So it may come soon. Best, Miliana

Miliana B.

LayneyK on 10/4/2009 11:47:32 AM

~mod~
um is discharge like a period where it only last for a couple days or however long.thx
~dancengirl~

It depends on every girl but if it's been lasting for a while for you, there's nothing wrong with that at all. Best, Miliana

Miliana B.

dancengirl on 10/4/2009 2:24:24 AM

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ok so i have a feeling that i might get my fist period soon so i am wearing a panty-liner but my mom doesnt kno and im not sure if im getting my period so tell me what u think k? HERE R MY SIGNS:::::::: discharge has gotten a LOTTTT HEAVIER i had to change my undies today, i shave my underarms, i have hair "Down low", i have leg hair, i am gettin a little bit of pimples, and ive gotten growth spurts mannnny times and much more do u think im close and how close do u think?? plz help and give a timeframe...a month....6 months....a week.... soon.....plz help and sorry tht its so long iin the comment hehe

Hey girl! You might want to talk to your mom. You can check out http://www.girlslife.com/hub/bod-squad.aspx

for more info.

Eryn G.

actressinmaking on 10/3/2009 4:26:49 PM

I have been having discharge for over two years now is that normal or is there an infection down there? and i am in 8th grade

*Bridget* on 10/3/2009 2:47:37 PM

MOD MOD MOD!!! I hav ALL of the symtoms but i dont have my period why won't it come?
1. discharge for almost 3 years
2. cramps and stuff
3.hair down their
4.underarm hair
5.boobs
6.hips
7. somtimes brown stuff in my underwear
i'm too embarrased 2 ask my mom but i know she got it on the late side but she also didn't start "developing" till she was older than me. Why wont Aunt Flow pay a visit?

Hey girl! I am not sure, but you could talk to a doctor. You can check out http://www.girlslife.com/hub/bod-squad.aspx

for more info.

Eryn G.

girlzyproblemos on 10/3/2009 2:42:47 PM

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If you are just wearing a pantyliner for discharge, how long should you wear it for. (i Havent and my period yet)
Thanks

Hey babe! It's not sanitary to wear it after it is already dirty. Change it every time you use the ladies room.

Megan R.

umbrella101 on 10/3/2009 10:25:07 AM

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I have a load of public hair, airpit hair, small boobs (but they're still there!), I've been getting discharge since I was nine or ten, I'm in sixth grade, my mom got her period when she was my age, I'm 11 years old, I get bad cramps occasionally... will my period come soon?

Hey girl! You could talk to a doctor for more info on that, but you can check out http://www.girlslife.com/hub/bod-squad.aspx

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