cervixslem

Cervical mucus, also referred to as cervical mucus discharge, is a secretion produced by glands within the cervix. It varies in amount, texture, and appearance across the menstrual cycle and serves roles in fertility and vaginal health. The mucus is composed of water, mucins, electrolytes, enzymes, and cells, and its properties influence sperm movement and the local environment of the vagina.

Hormonal changes regulate its production. Estrogen-rich days near ovulation increase mucus production and yield a clear, slippery, and stretchy secretion often described as egg-white mucus. This type supports sperm transit and survival by forming a more hospitable medium and helping protect sperm from acidity. After ovulation, rising progesterone causes mucus to thicken and become opaque, reducing fertility potential.

Observing patterns of cervical mucus over the cycle is a common practice in fertility awareness. People describe phases such as dry or scant mucus before the fertile window, creamy or sticky mucus as cycle progresses, and clear, elastic mucus at the height of fertility. Changes can be influenced by age, medications, hormonal contraception or therapy, infections, and general health.

Beyond fertility, cervical mucus helps maintain vaginal moisture and can act as a barrier to pathogens. It can be affected by infections, dehydration, smoking, and certain medications, which may alter volume or consistency. Abnormal mucus—unusually colored, foul-smelling, or associated with itching—should be evaluated by a clinician.

In English, the term cervical mucus is standard, while "cervixslem" may be used in some languages; the concept remains the same: a cyclical secretion that changes under hormonal influence.