Is it normal for women to have less leucorrhea?

A small amount of leucorrhea may be a normal physiological phenomenon, or it may be related to changes in hormone levels, reduced ovarian function and other factors.

There are individual differences in the amount of leucorrhea secreted by women. Some people are born with less secretion but no uncomfortable symptoms. This is a normal physiological state. Vaginal secretions naturally decrease in prepubertal, lactating and postmenopausal women due to lower estrogen levels. If it is accompanied by regular menstruation and no dryness, itching and pain in the vulva, there is usually no need for special treatment. You can appropriately increase your daily intake of phytoestrogen foods such as soy products and flax seeds to help maintain mucous membrane moisture.

If the leucorrhea suddenly decreases significantly and is accompanied by symptoms such as menstrual disorders, hot flashes, night sweats, or sexual intercourse pain, it may be related to pathological factors such as premature ovarian failure and pituitary dysfunction. Long-term use of birth control pills or chemotherapy or radiotherapy may also lead to decreased secretions. In such cases, the cause needs to be clarified through six hormone tests, vaginal microecological testing, etc. If necessary, topical estrogen treatments such as estradiol gel and proestren vaginal capsules can be used to improve symptoms.

It is recommended to observe whether it is accompanied by other abnormal symptoms and avoid excessive vaginal douching. Choose pure cotton breathable underwear every day, and have regular gynecological examinations every year. When symptoms such as burning pain in the vulva and repeated urinary tract infections occur, you should seek medical attention promptly to check for possible immune diseases such as Sjögren's syndrome.