Definition

A thick, whitish fluid that comes from the vagina, often due to inflammation or irritation.

Example

The doctor explained that leukorrhea can be a normal part of the menstrual cycle.

Conversation

Hey, have you ever heard of leukorrhea?

Yeah, I think it's that discharge some women experience, right?

Exactly! I was reading about it, and it seems pretty common.

For sure, but it's always good to check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Leukorrhea is formed from "leuko-" (from Greek "leukos", meaning white) and "rrhea" (from Greek "rheos", meaning flow). The term describes a white or yellowish discharge from the vagina, indicating a flow of a whitish substance.

Memory Tip

Think of 'white' ('leuko-') and 'flow' ('rrhea') to remember that leukorrhea refers to a white discharge.

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