What is another word for Leucorrhoea?

Pronunciation: [lˌuːkəɹˈi͡ə] (IPA)

Leucorrhoea is a medical condition that is commonly known as vaginal discharge. It is characterized by the abnormal and excessive secretion of white or yellowish fluid from the vagina. There are a number of other terms that are used to refer to this condition, including white discharge, vaginal discharge, and genital discharge. Other synonyms include genital tract infection, thrush, bacterial vaginosis, and yeast infection. While leucorrhoea is not usually a serious medical condition, it can be indicative of an underlying infection or other health issue. Women who experience abnormal vaginal discharge are encouraged to seek medical attention to ensure that they receive the appropriate treatment.

What are the hypernyms for Leucorrhoea?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Leucorrhoea

The decoction is very useful as an injection in Leucorrhoea.
"The Medicinal Plants of the Philippines"
T. H. Pardo de Tavera
"Yes; and, by the way, it is possible she may only have Leucorrhoea.
"The Memoires of Casanova, Complete The Rare Unabridged London Edition Of 1894, plus An Unpublished Chapter of History, By Arthur Symons"
Jacques Casanova de Seingalt
An inveterate Leucorrhoea is not exactly a venereal disease, and I have heard people in London say that it was rarely contagious.
"The Memoires of Casanova, Complete The Rare Unabridged London Edition Of 1894, plus An Unpublished Chapter of History, By Arthur Symons"
Jacques Casanova de Seingalt

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