Leucorrhoea
Excessive discharge of a white, sticky, foul-smelling material from the vagina is called leucorrhoea. This common problem may occur due to unhygienic conditions, infection of the genital tract, or impaired immune function. In ayurveda, leucorrhoea is known as shveta pradar, where shveta means ‘white’, and pradar means ‘discharge’. Leucorrhoea treatment in ayurveda is more effective because it evaluates all aspects during diagnosis, and arrives at a precise diagnosis of the root-cause. This enables ayurvedic doctors to provide personalized medicines that are effective.
Causes
Excessive intake of heavy, oily, cold, sweet, and dense foods, consumption of too much milk, butter, yogurt, and cheese, overindulgence in sexual activity, repeated abortions or miscarriages, following improper diet and lifestyle during menstrual cycles, improper vaginal hygiene can cause leucorrhoea.
Symptoms
■ Pain in the lumbar region
■ Weakness
■ Irritation and itching in the genital area
Ayurvedic Treatment
Ayurvedic leucorrhoea treatment consists of restoring the digestive enzymes of the body in order to cleanse the accumulated toxins and balance kapha. Rejuvenating herbs are prescribed to tone the reproductive system.
Leucorrhoea should be treated as it early as it may lead to dire consequences.
