A CONCEPTUAL STUDY ON SHWETA PRADARA

The term "Shweta pradara" refers to whitish vaginal discharge, with "Shweta" meaning white and "pradara" meaning discharge. While the term is not found in the primary classical texts, it has been used by commentators such as Cakrapani on the Charaka Samhita and Vrinda Madhava. White vaginal discharge is a common symptom in various gynaecological disorders linked to imbalances in kapha or vāta-kapha. It is a cardinal symptom in conditions such as Atyānanda, Karnini, Acarana, Aticarana, Slesmala, Upaplutā, and Prasramsini. It is prevalent among women of reproductive age and is often caused by infections. In the perimenopausal group, Shweta pradara warrants careful investigation to exclude dysplasia or malignancy. Proper treatment protocols and maintaining hygiene can effectively manage and alleviate this condition.