Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: Shweta Pradara, a condition characterized by excessive white vaginal discharge, is described in Ayurvedic texts as a disorder arising primarily due to aggravation of Kapha Dosha and the vitiation of Rasa Dhatu. This condition can be correlated to leucorrhoea in modern medicine. Causative factors include improper dietary habits, poor hygiene, sedentary lifestyle, and excessive mental stress resulting in white discharge, fatigue, and pruritus which contribute to reproductive health issues. Here, patient had complaints of white discharge per vagina persisting for the past 1 month associated with itching in the vaginal area and burning micturition from past 5-6 months. She was advised Chandraprabha Vati 1 TID, Musalikhadiradi Kashaya 20ml TID with honey, Asanadi Kwath 50ml BD, Avipattikara Churna ½ tsf HS for 15 days as Shamana Chikitsa. Additionally, therapies like Sthanika Chikitsa (local treatment), Yoni Dhawana with Triphala Kwath f/b Yoni Pichu with Dhatakyadi Taila and Pathya-Apathya (diet and lifestyle modifications) play a crucial role in prevention and treatment. She got excellent relief in symptoms by above treatment. This case highlights the efficacy of Ayurvedic therapies in managing Shweta Pradara by providing symptomatic relief and improving the overall health of the patient. The combination of Shamana Chikitsa and Sthanika Chikitsa ensures a holistic approach by addressing both systemic and local imbalances.
Authors: Cynthia Thakur, Ramadevi G., Arpana Jain
Language: English
Subfield: Complementary and alternative medicine
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4409630042