Is it normal for a 12 year old to have discharge?

Is it normal for a 12 year old to have discharge?

Yes, this is perfectly normal. Girls start to produce more vaginal discharge (fluid) as they go through puberty and the hormones in the glands of the vagina and cervix (neck of the womb) begin to work. The fluid helps to keep the vaginal area moist and protects it from damage or infection.

Is it normal to be 12 and not have your period?

Most girls get their first period when they’re around 12. But getting it any time between age 10 and 15 is OK. Every girl’s body has its own schedule.

Why have I had discharge for a year but no period?

The discharge you are having is normal as long as you don’t have any itching or odor with it. It’s natural to have a white discharge that can be thin to thick white or clear before you get your first period. It means that your body is making hormones and your uterus (womb) is getting read to have periods.

Is it normal for a 10 year old to have brown discharge?

This is completely normal and natural during puberty. If your child experiences a sudden change of color or smell of the vaginal discharge talk to your child’s doctor to make sure she doesn’t have an infection.

Why is my daughter’s discharge Brown?

Brown discharge is one of the signs that your period is on its way. The brown color means that there is slow bleeding from your uterus, unlike when it’s bright red and flowing faster. Girls and women often have brown discharge just before, during, or right after their period. Brown blood is often a smudge or spotting.

What does it mean when you have brown discharge?

In many cases, brown discharge is old blood that’s taking extra time to leave the uterus. This is especially true if you see it at the beginning or end of your menstrual period. Brown discharge at other points in your cycle may still be normal — but be sure to take note of any other symptoms you experience.

Why do I have dark brown black discharge?

When blood takes extra time to exit the uterus, it oxidizes. This can cause it to appear a shade of brown to dark brown or black in color. It may even resemble coffee grounds. There are some cases, though, where black discharge is a reason to see a doctor.