The vaginal discharge of white, yellowish and sticky fluid in women is a natural and healthy process. This is very normal and woman of every age group experience it during their reproductive years. Having white discharge 2-3 times in a day is very usual, as it is an organic phenomena which includes cleansing, lubricating and protecting reproductive organs from infection. This process is known as Leucorrhea. However, this common procedure can be a matter of concern, if you are facing the white fluid discharge more than thrice in a day. Though Leucorrhea is not a disease, but it can be a reason for many other diseases like diabetes, anaemia, bacterial infection or sexually transmitted diseases. In this article, Vaidya Shakuntala Devi explains how leucorrhea can be treated with the help of Ayurveda.
Every woman should keep a close check on their vaginal discharge and should keep in mind different factors such as:
- Is there any change in colour of discharged fluid?
- Is the smell of discharged fluid foul and strong?
- Does the white fluid seem thicker and cheesy?
- Does it bleed along with white discharge?
- Are you experiencing any kind of pain and itching in your private area?
- Did the pleasure of sex turned into pain?
- Are you feeling pain during urination?
Fever, fatigue, dizziness, headache, constipation and general weakness can also be symptoms of leukorrhea.
Causes of abnormal vaginal discharge
Any kind of change in vagina’s balance of normal bacteria can cause abnormal vaginal discharge. Few things which might be responsible for this adverse change are:
- Regular use of antibiotics and steroids.
- Birth control pills
- Cervical cancer
- Diabetes
- Bacterial infection (common in pregnant women or women with multiple sex partners)
- Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)
- Use of harsh scented soaps or lotions
- Drinking less water
- Eating unhealthy and junk food
- Consuming more tea and coffee
This untypical vaginal fluid discharge needs to be treated with proper guidance and medication. Well, there are many methods to treat this heath complication, but one of the trustworthy and effective method to cure this is Ayurveda.
Ayurvedic Treatment for Leukorrhea
Ayurveda has been considered as the oldest and classical method of healing various extensive affairs. The relevance of Ayurveda remains unconquerable till the date. These magical Ayurvedic remedies are blessed with resourceful acquaintance of herbs and plants, mixed with the hard work of our ancestors.
Vaginal discharge is not a new concept, our ancestors were already familiar with this concept from ancient period and use to address it as ‘Sweta Pradara’. According to Ayurveda, there can be two reasons for Leucorrhea bacterial infection and Ushnata (Warmness in the body).
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Below are few Ayurvedic remedies to cure this abnormal vaginal discharge:
Dhaniya powder and water
Take two tablespoon of dhaniya powder and boil it with one & half glass of water. Let it keep boiling and once the quantity of water will left to one cup only filter it properly and drink it. To get relief follow this remedy every morning with an empty stomach for continuous ten days.
Consume Ladyfinger
Ladyfinger (Bhindi) has amazing anti-fatigue and anti- diabetic properties. Ladyfinger is mucilaginous in nature and helps in flushing excess mucus from the body.
Bhimseni Kapoor and banana
Take a pinch of bhimseni kapoor along with a banana every morning. Make sure you are having an empty stomach while taking this.
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Amla witth Dhaniya
Amla is rich in vitamin C and contains crowd of nutrients. It contributes in boosting immunity, toughen your internal organs and work as a detox food which flushes out toxins.
Take one tablespoon of amla and dhaniya each and boil them in 2 glasses of water on low flame. Once the quantity of water get reduce to one cup close the stove and leave it to get it cool. Once it will be cool you can consume it. Drink it every morning before eating anything.
Triphala and brown sugar
Take 5 grams of triphala, 10 grams of brown sugar and 20 gram desi ghee. Mix them well and consume this every morning when you are famished.
Homemade intimate wash
If infection is major, you can use this homemade intimate wash. For making this intimate wash at home take 20 grams of triphala and boil it in half litre water. When one fourth water is left close the stove, filter it and let it cool. Once it is unheated wash your vagina using it.
Conclusion
In order to have a healthy vaginal discharge one should stay hydrated and take a healthy diet. Adding yogurt, pink rock salt and more salad in your diet, and avoiding coffee & tea will do wonders in getting Leucorrhea treated. Also, maintaining hygiene in your private area can help in having healthy vaginal discharge. These Ayurveda remedies will surely do wonders in curing your Leucorrhea. So, stress less ladies because “why to worry when Ayurveda remedies are ready!!”
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