Is it normal to still have a discharge even after a girl starts her period? – Lacey* Yes. Discharge helps clean and moisten the vagina as well as prevent and fight infection. Normal discharge can vary in texture and color depending on where a girl is in her menstrual cycle. There are times when discharge can be a sign of a problem, though. See your doctor if you notice any of the following: discharge that is brownish, greenish, or grayish in color discharge that looks like pus discharge that looks like cottage cheese discharge that looks foamy discharge that has a strong or unpleasant fishy smell burning, swelling, itching, or redness along with the discharge pain in the pelvis or belly Otherwise, don't worry about discharge — it's normal and healthy! *Names have been changed to protect user privacy. Back to Articles Related Articles Vaginal Discharge: What's Normal, What's Not Normal vaginal discharge has several purposes: cleaning and moistening the vagina and helping to prevent infections. But sometimes discharge indicates there's a problem. Get the facts on what's normal and what's not. Read More Why Has My Discharge Changed? Find out what the experts have to say. Read More Bacterial Vaginosis BV is the most common vaginal infection. Although it's a mild infection, it can cause serious problems if it's not treated. Find out how to recognize BV and what to do about it in this article for teens. Read More How Can I Tell If I Have a Yeast Infection? Find out what the experts have to say. Read More I've Never Had My Period, So What's This Discharge? Find out what the experts have to say. Read More Vaginal Yeast Infections What are vaginal yeast infections? Can anything be done to prevent them? Read More Feeling Fresh Wondering what you can do to feel as clean as possible "down there"? Read this article for the facts on douches, wipes, and other feminine hygiene products. Read More Note: All information is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice, diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor. © 1995-2021 KidsHealth®. All rights reserved. Images provided by The Nemours Foundation, iStock, Getty Images, Veer, Shutterstock, and Clipart.com.