Leucorrhea (Noun)
Meaning
Discharge of white mucous material from the vagina; often an indication of infection.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The patient was diagnosed with a yeast infection after experiencing symptoms of leucorrhea and itching in the vaginal area.
- A thick and abnormal leucorrhea can be a sign of a more serious infection that requires medical attention.
- Leucorrhea accompanied by a strong odor and burning sensation during urination led the doctor to suspect a bacterial infection.
- The gynecologist prescribed antibiotics to treat the underlying infection causing the leucorrhea and alleviate the discomfort.
- Abnormal leucorrhea can be an indication of an imbalance in the natural vaginal flora, which may require medical intervention to restore balance.