Unusual discharge: causes and when to see a doctor
By My Wellness Health, Editorial team · Reviewed by the My Wellness Health clinical team on 7 Oct 2026 · Updated 7 Oct 2026
Changes in discharge can be caused by thrush, bacterial vaginosis, or STIs such as gonorrhoea, chlamydia and trichomoniasis. Get tested within a few days, and sooner with pain or fever.
| How urgent | What a clinician will check | How we help | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Get tested within a few days, and sooner with pain or fever. | A confidential swab or urine test and treatment. | Confidential sexual and urinary health check | Confidential sexual and urinary health check, KES 500 |
Unusual discharge: common questions
Frequently asked questions
What can cause unusual discharge?
Changes in discharge can be caused by thrush, bacterial vaginosis, or STIs such as gonorrhoea, chlamydia and trichomoniasis.
When should I see a doctor?
Get tested within a few days, and sooner with pain or fever.
What will the doctor check?
A confidential swab or urine test and treatment.
Is unusual discharge serious?
Usually not, but it is worth getting checked so a clinician can find the cause. Only an examination and tests can tell.
How can My Wellness Health help?
My Wellness Health's confidential sexual and urinary health check (Confidential sexual and urinary health check, KES 500) looks at your symptoms, history and lifestyle and gives you a personalised risk report with clear next steps. A care navigator calls you back within 2 hours to help you book any screening you need at a facility that suits your budget and location. Assessment fees do not include tests or consultations at the facility.
This page is health information to help you understand risks and next steps. It is not a diagnosis and does not replace a consultation with a qualified clinician. My Wellness Health is not a diagnostic service: we help you understand your risk and connect you with the right screening and care. In an emergency, go to the nearest hospital or call 999 or 112. If you are thinking of harming yourself, call Befrienders Kenya on +254 722 178 177 or the Kenya Red Cross toll-free line 1199.