Colors of Vaginal Discharge

What does the color of vaginal discharge mean?

The color of your vaginal discharge can mean there’s a problem:

• Yellow, grey or green: Yellow, grey or green discharge may suggest a bacterial or sexually transmitted infection (STI).
• Brown or red: Brown or red discharge is usually related to irregular menstruation  or pregnancy (implantation bleeding). If you have brown or red-tinged discharge and it’s not your period, it may indicate a problem.
• Clear or white: Normal vaginal discharge is clear, white or off-white. If your discharge is white, but seems thicker than usual or causes itching, it may be a yeast infection.