Yes, oral contraceptives are a hormonal method of contraception. For this reason, the pill may change the characteristics of vaginal discharge to which a woman is accustomed, as cervical mucus varies in response to different hormone levels.
These variations in vaginal discharge should not be a cause for concern. However, a specialist should be consulted if the discharge has an unpleasant odor or changes its color or texture, as this could be indicative of an infection, especially if it occurs along with other symptoms such as vaginal itching.
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Silvia Azaña Gutiérrez
B.Sc., M.Sc.
Graduate in Health Biology from the University of Alcalá and specialized in Clinical Genetics from the same university. Master in Assisted Reproduction by the University of Valencia in collaboration with IVI clinics.
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