India, Jan. 28 -- Vaginal discharge is common and plays an important role in maintaining the vagina's natural balance, and also prevents infections by keeping tissues healthy. While discharge is normal, any changes in colour, smell, texture or amount may signal an underlying health issue.

To understand the various ways abnormal changes show up in the vaginal discharge, HT Lifestyle reached out to Dr Lohith Reddy, consultant radiation oncologist, clinical lead - functional radiosurgery at HCG Hospitals, who explained what different changes in colour, smell, texture and volume may indicate.ALSO READ: Gynaecologist shares 5 important things every woman should know about cervical cancer: 'Symptoms appear late...'

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