What is Leucorrhea?
Leucorrhea is defined as is a vaginal discharge which is whitish, yellowish, or greenish in color resulting from inflammation or congestion of the mucous membrane. It may originate from the vagina, fallopian tubes, ovaries, or most commonly from the cervix. The color of the discharge may vary and depends upon the menstrual cycle. The bloody discharge makes an unpleasant smell or increases a lot and that can be a symptom of infections. It may not lead to any particular complaint like pain, itching, irritation, or burning sensation. Due to any infection, malignancy, and change in hormones, it can result in abnormal discharge from the vagina.
Its prevalence:
In India, vaginal discharge is one of the most common symptoms reported by females. Leucorrhea does not cause mortality or morbidity in susceptible women, but it can lead to a great extent of mental stress, or sometimes the fear of failure to conceive. It may vary from the age group of 19 to 47 years. The vaginal discharge was noted in 61% of women who belong to low socio-economic and 24% belong to high-socio economy.
What are the Types of Leucorrhea? : How to get rid of leukorrhea
Leucorrhea is of two types:
Physiological leucorrhea: In physiological leucorrhea, there is an excessive discharge or secretion from a vagina. It mainly occurs in teenage girls due to the imbalance of hormones at the time of the ovulation period. In adults, it occurs in the early days of pregnancy and during sexual excitement.
Pathological leucorrhea: It occurs due to the malfunctioning or disease in the female reproductive system. This abnormal discharge can be slimy or may contain blood as well as having a foul smell. It is mostly seen in females who are suffering from cervicitis or vaginitis.
