What Does It Mean That You’re So Wet Down There?
Your vagina creates lubricant on its own.
It can be connected to hormonal changes, birth control, sexual arousal, or perspiration.
But you should see your doctor to rule out other causes, such as infection if you also smell something unpleasant or think your discharge is unusual.
Here’s everything you need to know about becoming wet, from a desire to sweat.
Continue reading on to discover more.
It frequently goes something like this:
You may be a little hurried and a little too stressed before you notice moisture developing in your panty area. Or perhaps you see someone amazing, and your body starts to tingle, but you’re not in the mood or place to think about having sex.
So, is something genuinely causing your vagina to react? What is it doing exactly?
We had some inquiries from readers regarding moisture down there and immediately turned to the authority, licensed sex therapist Dr. Janet Brito, for clarification.
If I’m not engaged in any sexual activity, why am I “wet” down there?
Your vagina makes lubrication even when you aren’t aware of it (as with explicit weeping dampness). It’s an organic aspect of how your body works.
The glands in your cervix and vaginal wall produce vital lubrication to keep your vagina clean and moist and to shield your genital area from damage or tearing. The volume of cervical fluid may change depending on your hormone levels and where you are in your cycle.
Remember that this fluid, or something comparable, also manifests itself during intercourse. But seeing something doesn’t necessarily mean you’re turned on.
Your glands oversee any lubrication if there is any. The Bartholin and Skene glands, which are situated to the right and left of the vaginal opening, oversee creating lubrication for sexual action (close to the urethra).
Not in an intimate setting?
- The wetness you experience is likely not fluids brought on by sexual excitement but rather a watery-like substance.
- Your underpants may feel wet, drenched, or damp, and your genitalia may feel heated. Depending on where you are in your cycle or if you are bloated, you may also experience stomach pains.
- Stress incontinence may occur if you laugh loudly, sneeze, or perform heavy lifting. (Despite the name “stress incontinence,” this is a physiological, not a psychological, phenomenon.) When your bladder is under pressure, this is when you accidentally urinate in your pants.
Overall, a number of factors, such as hormones, age, medications, mental health, relationship issues, perspiration and sweat glands, stress, the style of clothing you wear, hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating), and infections, affect how wet you become.
Because estrogen tends to enhance the production of vaginal fluids, your method of birth control may, for some people, make your vagina wetter. If this troubles you, think about consulting your doctor about a birth control method that uses less estrogen.
Wetness may be felt with infections like bacterial vaginosis because the moisture aids in the movement of bacteria from the vaginal canal. Near ovulation, vaginal lubrication also rises, increasing the likelihood of fertilization by facilitating the sperm’s transit.
Is there water there? Urine? Lubrication?
It could be challenging to identify the fluid right away, particularly if it spills out unexpectedly while you’re in line for coffee. Most of the time, you won’t realize until you check your underpants in the bathroom.
If it is mucous, cervical fluid can be the culprit (which is not what causes sexual arousal). Cervical fluid, the most illuminating of the vaginal fluids, is composed of carbs, proteins, and amino acids. According to your cycle and hormone levels, it changes in texture, color, and consistency.
Cervical fluids are a normal body reaction; however, it is essential to speak with your doctor if they are green, stinky, or have a cottage cheese texture as this could be an indication of infection.
A chart showing the evolution of cervical fluid.
- Cervical fluid may not be as evident during your period, but once it is over, the area may feel dry. Your cervix will generate something that may be mucus-like and sticky after menstruation.
- As your body begins to produce more estrogen, the cervical fluid will change from velvety to elastic and feel wetter. White will be an opaque color. When that happens, the cervical fluid will resemble raw egg white more. Sperm can survive for up to five days at this time.
- The more estrogen you have, the waterier your cervical fluid is. You are more likely to have the wettest feeling in your underpants when your estrogen levels are at their peak. The liquid will be the clearest and most slick. This is the time of year when you are most fertile if you want to get pregnant.
- You’ll probably be dry until your next period. As the endometrial lining changes and you start to feel that watery fluid again, you’ll know your period is starting up again.
Vaginal sweat, a fluid produced by your sweat glands, is another substance that might be present there. Your vaginal region swells because of increased blood flow during sexual pleasure. Vaginal transudate, a fluid substance produced by this vasocongestion, is the result.
You may perspire more when under stress, including in your vagina. Wear breathable undergarments, keep your body in good shape, and practice proper hygiene to avoid this.
Another vaginal fluid that originates from vaginal transudate and the vaginal glands is a milky white secretion that is thought to be distinct from other fluids.
The Skene glands also referred to as the female prostate, play a part in lubrication and fluids, as was already discussed. These glands create a fluid that moisturizes the vaginal entrance and is believed to have antibacterial qualities that defend the urinary tract area.
Due to their proximity to the lower end of the urethra, the Skene glands are also known to be the cause of squirting. There are arguments over the veracity of female ejaculation and whether it is indeed urine.
However, there is still debate regarding what exactly constitutes female ejaculate and what it is constituted of because there is a dearth of studies on women’s sexual health. Keep in mind that each person’s body is different, so you can experience fluid ratios in a different way.
What does it signify that I’m moist there but not horny?
To be moist down there, you don’t need to be sexually stimulated. Your vagina is wet because that’s how your anatomy functions; sometimes it’s just a typical bodily reaction.
The term for this is arousal non-concordance. Although it may perplex some people and appear that the body has deceived the mind, this is a typical response.
Some reasons for getting wet without being horny include watching or reading something sexy that causes your body to react physiologically.
Consent is not physical arousal.
- It is crucial to reiterate the following: Just because you get wet, does not indicate you are horny. That merely indicates that your body is functioning properly. It’s quite OK and natural to not want sex even when you’re in a sexual position and wet. Sexual arousal is not the same as physical arousal.
- Emotional stimulation is necessary for sexual arousal. Only an explicit “Yes” serves as body language for permission; wetness does not.
It’s also possible that being wet is just your body trying to stay in balance. You shouldn’t worry too much, for the most part. If lubrication isn’t the problem, it can be your sweat glands or the stage of your cycle.
Your vulva contains a large number of sweat and oil glands that keep your vagina moist. To keep things cool in these situations, it is best to practice good hygiene, wear panty liners, or put on cotton underwear.
Your dampness could also be caused by a new type of birth control or more exercise.
It is important to call your doctor if you are wet and you smell fishy, rotten, or strange because this could be an indication of more serious issues.