LEUCORRHOEA

What is Leucorrhea?

Leucorrhea is a flow of a whitish, yellowish, or greenish discharge from the vagina of the female that may be normal or that may be a sign of infection. Such discharges may originate from the vagina, ovaries, fallopian tubes, or, most commonly, the cervix. 

Leucorrhea in pregnancy is common. It is normal in adolescent girls and may sometimes be evident in new born girls too. It may be due to infections from bacteria, yeast or other microorganisms. Sexually transmitted diseases like gonorrhea and chlamydia may also cause this condition.

Causes & Risk Factors

• Poor genital hygiene, wearing wet, damp undergarments can be a reason for Leucorrhea.

• Urinary tract infections may increase the vaginal discharge.

• Bacterial and fungal infections or yeast infections can cause white discharge along with a burning and itching sensation.

• Intestinal worms can also cause infection and increase irritability.

• Unprotected sexual activities or a sexually transmitted infection can also lead to Leucorrhea.

• Sometimes, taking steroids, painkillers, antibiotics, birth control pills become a reason for white discharge.

• Comorbid conditions like Diabetes and Anemia can also be the reason for Leucorrhea.

• Stress affects the hormone levels badly and thus brings serious issues like white discharge.

• Due to hormonal imbalances or conditions like polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), it may happen.

• Vaginitis and Cervicitis is responsible for irritation around the vagina.

Types

• Physiologic: This is considered a normal state where the discharge can be due to a change in one's hormonal levels. Usually, it is seen in the early stages of pregnancy, state of sexual excitement, a sign of puberty for young girls and in a newborn baby for a week after birth (due to presence of maternal estrogens).

• Inflammatory or pathological: In this case the discharge can be yellow in color and have a foul smell. It could be caused due to any of the infections listed above and a medical consultation is required. The pathological reasons for the condition may be classified as below:

• Cervicitis: One of the most common symptoms of this condition is pain in the lower back. Caused due to an inflammation in the uterine cervix, this inflammation is usually due to an STD, allergic reaction to IUD (intra-uterine devices as contraceptives) or a reaction to contraceptive ointment, jelly or condom used.

• Vaginal yeast infection: Also known as candidiasis or vaginal yeast infection, it is most often seen in women who are diabetic, pregnant, on antibiotics or birth control pills. The change in the pH level of a woman's vagina can lead to a yeast infection. It could also be caused due to unhygienic conditions including wearing soiled or damp under garments.

• Trichomonal Vaginitis: Trichomoniasis is usually accompanied by a frothy yellow discharge and itching. The probable causes are STD, using soiled sanitary towels or wearing soiled under garments. The symptoms start presenting any time after 3- 28 days after the infection has occurred.

Symptoms

The following symptoms suggest that you might be suffering from leukorrhea:

• Foul-smelling vaginal discharge.

• Pain in the stomach or cramps.

• Constipation.

• Headaches.

• Itching sensation.

• Pain in the lumbar region and calves.

Homoeopathic treatment for leucorrhea

Homoeopathy is a very effective mode of treatment for problems like leucorrhea. The selection of remedy is based upon the theory of individualization and symptoms similarity by using holistic approach. 

Homoeopathy aim is not only to treat diseases of vagina but to address its underlying cause and individual susceptibility. As far as therapeutic medication is concerned, several remedies are available to treat diseases of vagina that can be selected on the basis of cause, sensations and modalities of the complaints. 

Here are few medicines in homoeopathic for leucorrhea:

• Kreosotum

• Natrum muriaticum

• Sepia

• Borax

• Kali bichromicum

• Pulsatilla

• Sulphur

• Calcarea carb

• Cyclamen

• Bovista 

• Sabina 

• Thalpsi bursa

• Mellifolium 

• Alumina

• Lachesis

• Ignatia

• Natrum mur etc.,

None of these medicines should be taken without professional advice. 

For individualized remedy selection and treatment, contact BRAHMA MADHURYA HOMOEOPATHY CLINIC - +91-7057579595 or www.brahmamadhurya.com