A jelly-like blob discharge, often clear and stretchy like raw egg whites, is usually normal and signals fertility around ovulation or early pregnancy, but can also be caused by arousal, birth control, or stress; however, if it changes color (yellow, green), smells foul, or is accompanied by itching/pain, it might indicate an infection, requiring a doctor's visit.
Stress and intense exercise may affect hormones and temporarily change how much discharge you produce. If you're noticing such things as a large clump of clear jelly discharge, it might be due to hormonal surges caused by any of these lifestyle factors.
Changes in your discharge can be a sign of early pregnancy, but everyone is different. Typically, your mucus dries up or thickens after ovulation. But some people notice their mucus is clumpy or stays wetter if they're pregnant.
Thick, clear, sometimes jelly-like discharge is usually an indicator that your body is functioning normally, but if it's accompanied by other symptoms such as itching or a strong, unpleasant odor, it may be a sign of infection [1].
A normal jelly-like discharge appears during ovulation or early pregnancy. But if you notice it all the time or it changes colour and smell, it is not normal. It could mean an infection, hormonal issue, or other health problem. Do not ignore long-lasting discharge, itching, or burning.
Four common signs of ovulation are changes in cervical mucus (becoming clear, stretchy, like egg whites), mild lower abdominal pain or cramping (mittelschmerz), a slight increase in basal body temperature, and an increased libido or sex drive, though not everyone experiences all these signs. Other indicators can include breast tenderness, bloating, light spotting, or mood changes, as hormonal shifts prepare the body for a potential pregnancy.
The earliest signs of pregnancy often include a missed period, along with breast tenderness, fatigue, frequent urination, and nausea (morning sickness, which can happen anytime) due to hormonal changes. Other common early symptoms are mood swings, food cravings or aversions, heightened sense of smell, bloating, and light spotting (implantation bleeding). These symptoms vary, so a home pregnancy test is the best way to confirm pregnancy.
If thick, white discharge goes along with other symptoms, such as itching, burning and irritation, it is probably due to a yeast infection. If not, it is normal discharge. You may also notice an increase in thick, white discharge before and after your period.
Schedule a visit with your health care provider if you have: Greenish, yellowish, thick or cheesy vaginal discharge. Strong vaginal odor. Itching, burning or irritation of your vagina or of the area of skin that surrounds the vagina and urethra, also called the vulva.
Symptoms of bacterial vaginosis include: an unusual vaginal discharge that has a strong fishy smell, particularly after sex. a change to the colour and consistency of your discharge, such as becoming greyish-white and thin and watery.
But symptoms of PID can also start suddenly. They can include: Pain or tenderness in your stomach or lower abdomen (belly), the most common symptom. Abnormal vaginal discharge, usually yellow or green with an unusual odor.
If you have a regular monthly menstrual cycle, the earliest and most reliable sign of pregnancy is a missed period. In the first few weeks of pregnancy you may have a bleed similar to a very light period, with some spotting or only losing a little blood. This is called implantation bleeding.
How do I know when I conceived? To estimate your conception date, subtract 14 days from the first day of your last menstrual period (LMP). This method assumes a 28-day menstrual cycle with ovulation occurring on day 14. However, cycles vary, and ovulation timing can differ, so this is an approximation.
For men, some of these signs include a healthy sperm count, high-quality sperm that can swim quickly and easily, and a good balance of hormones. For women, good fertility indicators include regular ovulation, the presence of cervical mucus, and the regularity of menstrual cycles.
Ovulation leads to the production of fertile cervical mucus, which is clear, stretchy, and slippery—often compared to egg whites. Some women notice a slight “sweet” or “musky” smell, which is normal.
Most women notice subtle signs around ovulation, like mild pelvic pain or a twinge on one side, often called Mittelschmerz. Changes in cervical mucus are also common—it may become clear, stretchy and egg-white-like. Some experience breast tenderness, a slight increase in basal body temperature or heightened libido.
At 5 DPO, there is no reliable way to check for pregnancy. Most tests check for a hormone called human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG), which the placenta makes. This hormone starts building up in the body after implantation. However, hCG may not be adequately present in urine until 12–25 after ovulation .
While many of the symptoms are common, it's possible to experience no symptoms during the first trimester of pregnancy. The most common early symptoms include a missed period, light bleeding, breast changes or tenderness, and fatigue. A test done by your doctor may detect pregnancy earlier than at-home tests.
Some of these pregnancy dream changes include:
Vivid dreams. Nightmares. Anxiety based dreams. More intense dreams.
If you do have symptoms, these may include:
Common symptoms of endometriosis include:
Bacterial vaginosis is a common bacterial infection of the vagina that rarely goes unnoticed. It sometimes can be confused with a yeast infection or sexually transmitted disease, such as trichomoniasis, but it is not an STD.
Vaginitis is an inflammation of the vagina that can result in discharge, itching and pain. The cause is usually a change in the balance of vaginal bacteria or an infection. Reduced estrogen levels after menopause and some skin disorders also can cause vaginitis.