just a side effect?

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Registered: 05-30-2003
just a side effect?
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Thu, 09-23-2004 - 10:34am
Hi. Quick question for you all... a while ago there was a question on the board regarding BC changing your smell "down there." I've been on the pill for 3 months now, and I haven't noticed a change in my smell, but there has been a change in my discharge. I first noticed when having sex, my body didn't seem to be producing as much natural lube. Someone on the board said that can be a side effect. But, in addition to that, it seems a little thicker and a little more white than clear. I was just at the doctor, and she didn't seem concerned about it, but, then, she rarely seems concerned. Has anyone else experienced anything similar to this, or should I perhaps go back- maybe to a different doc?

Thanks!

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Registered: 12-30-2003
Thu, 09-23-2004 - 11:31am
Hi angel27girl, welcome back!

Reduced natural lube and thickened discharge is a normal side effect for some women on some pills so I don't think you should be worried that somethiong is 'wrong'. If it is bothersome a good water based lube like Astroglide or K-Y liquid works well. Or, if you are really dry then a pill change might be in order. Thanks for posting.

Take care,

      Jill