Healing Effect of Localized Therapies In Swethapradara

Abstract

In Ayurveda, leucohrrea is a common issue faced by women of reproductive age, and it is linked to Shweta Pradara, which refers to an excessive vaginal discharge. One type of Striroga that influences the daily lives of women is Swethapradara. Since it is regarded as a symptom of various Stri rogas or Yoni vyapads, Sthanika Chikitsa, as outlined in Striroga, is highly relevant to Swetha Pradara. Our Acharyas have described various forms of Sthanika Chikitsa across numerous Ayurvedic texts. These methods include Uttara Basti, Yoni Parisheka, Yoni Swedana, Yoni Pichu, Yoni Poorana, Yoni Dhavana, Yoni Dhoopana, Yoni Lepana, and Yoni Varti. In Sthanika Chikitsa, medications are administered intravaginally through various forms of therapies. The administration of medication via the vaginal route is the most preferred and accepted approach for addressing various reproductive health concerns. Modern treatments such as vaginal douching, suppositories, tampons, vaginal painting, and cauterization are seen as adaptations of Sthanika Chikitsa, as outlined in Ayurveda. Each method of Sthanika Chikitsa holds its own importance and shows significant effectiveness when applied with proper indications and stringent aseptic practices, necessitating meticulous care. Swetha Pradara is one condition where Sthanika Chikitsa has shown remarkable success in mitigating the disorder. This study offers a comprehensive examination of the localized therapies, or Sthanika Chikitsa, as put forward by Ayurveda experts. The methods of Sthanika Chikitsa are affordable, safe, and efficient, with no known adverse effects reported.