The Effectiveness of Giving Boiled Betel Leaves and Turmeric on the Duration of Vaginal Discharge in Women of Childbearing Age

Abstract
Background: Vaginal discharge is a common health problem experienced by women of childbearing age, often causing discomfort, irritation, and decreased quality of life. Traditional herbal remedies, such as boiled betel leaves and turmeric, are widely used in Indonesia due to their antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, which are believed to help reduce the duration and severity of vaginal discharge.
Objective: This study aims to determine the effectiveness of giving boiled betel leaves and turmeric in reducing the duration of vaginal discharge in women of childbearing age.
Methods: A quantitative pre-experimental study with a one-group pretest-posttest design was conducted. The sample consisted of 30 women of childbearing age experiencing vaginal discharge, selected using purposive sampling. Data were analyzed using the Wilcoxon signed-rank test to compare the duration of vaginal discharge before and after the intervention.
Results: The Wilcoxon test showed a significant reduction in the duration of vaginal discharge after administering boiled betel leaves and turmeric, with a p-value of 0.000 (p < 0.05), indicating that the intervention was effective.
Conclusion: Giving boiled betel leaves and turmeric effectively reduces the duration of vaginal discharge in women of childbearing age. This intervention can be considered as a simple, affordable, and natural alternative for managing vaginal discharge.
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Noviantika lestari & Anik Sri Purwanti (2025). The Effectiveness of Giving Boiled Betel Leaves and Turmeric on the Duration of Vaginal Discharge in Women of Childbearing Age. Journal of Health Sciences, Public Health and Pharmacy, 2(1). https://doi.org/10.70062/globalhealth.v2i1.294

Noviantika lestari; Anik Sri Purwanti, "The Effectiveness of Giving Boiled Betel Leaves and Turmeric on the Duration of Vaginal Discharge in Women of Childbearing Age," Journal of Health Sciences, Public Health and Pharmacy, vol. 2, no. 1, 2025.

Noviantika lestari; Anik Sri Purwanti. "The Effectiveness of Giving Boiled Betel Leaves and Turmeric on the Duration of Vaginal Discharge in Women of Childbearing Age." Journal of Health Sciences, Public Health and Pharmacy, vol. 2, no. 1, 2025.

Noviantika lestari; Anik Sri Purwanti. "The Effectiveness of Giving Boiled Betel Leaves and Turmeric on the Duration of Vaginal Discharge in Women of Childbearing Age." Journal of Health Sciences, Public Health and Pharmacy 2, no. 1 (2025).

Noviantika lestari & Anik Sri Purwanti (2025) 'The Effectiveness of Giving Boiled Betel Leaves and Turmeric on the Duration of Vaginal Discharge in Women of Childbearing Age', Journal of Health Sciences, Public Health and Pharmacy, 2(1). doi: 10.70062/globalhealth.v2i1.294.

Noviantika lestari; Anik Sri Purwanti. The Effectiveness of Giving Boiled Betel Leaves and Turmeric on the Duration of Vaginal Discharge in Women of Childbearing Age. Journal of Health Sciences, Public Health and Pharmacy. 2025;2(1).

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