Category: Endometriosis

Natural Cure for Endometriosis

Abstract

Endometriosis is a commonly occurring painful condition affecting woman’s reproductive organs. It happens as a result of tissues lining the uterus growing outside. Generally it grows in the pelvic cavity but it may be found growing on other areas like ovaries, fallopian tubes, bowels, or bladder.

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Ayurvedic View For Endometriosis

It can be defined by function as Kapha roga and by location Pitta roga. This is the reason that Kapha dosha is controlling the function of the endometrial tissue growth in the uterus. Below in this article we are going to learn about Endometriosis, sign and symptoms, risk factors and treatment of Endometriosis in ayurveda.

What can be causes of Endometriosis?

Specific cause for endometriosis has not been exactly known, but there are several theories.

  • Retrograde menstruation where, menstrual blood having endometrial cells instead of flowing out of the body starts flowing back through the fallopian tubes and into the pelvic cavity, where these cells start sticking to their walls and surfaces where they start growing and continue to thicken and bleed over the course of each menstrual cycle. This happens in about 90% of women but endometriosis occurs only in 1out of 10 women.
  • It may be hereditary. Women having close relative with this condition are 10 times more likely to get endometriosis.
  • Sometimes immune system of certain women is not able to fight against endometriosis properly.
  • It may be caused due to certain toxins present in the environment.
  • Metaplasia may occur where normal pelvic tissue may get converted to endometriosis.
  • After some surgeries, like in hysterectomy or C-section, endometrial cells may get attached to a surgical incision.

Risk Factors

  • Starting of periods at early age.
  • Menopause occurring at an older age.
  • Short menstrual cycles – for instance, less than 27 days
  • Higher levels of estrogen in the body or more lifetime exposure of estrogen our body is producing
  • Low body mass index
  • Alcohol consumption
  • Any medical condition preventing  the normal passage of menstrual flow out of the body
  • Uterine abnormalities

Symptoms and Signs

  • Heavy and Painful Periods with excessive bleeding may result.
  • One may suffer from lower back and abdominal pain.
  • Pain during or after sex is common with endometriosis.
  • Pain may occurs during bowel movements or urinationespecially during mensuration.
  • Infertility can also be one of the symptom
  • Other symptoms may include like fatigue, diarrhea, constipation, bloating or nausea, especially during menstrual periods.

Natural Cure for Endometriosis

  1. Female Health Support
  2. Aloe Vitals
  3. Pradrantak Churna
  4. Shatavari
  5. Boswellia Curcumin

Endometriosis Care Pack

1. Boswellia Curcumin

Boswellia curcumin are herbal capsules enriched with the anti-inflammatory herbs. These can effectively lessen the symptoms of inflammation and as well reducethe pain without causing any side effects. This herbal product is a combination of Shallaki (Boswelliaserrata) and Curcumin (curcuma longa).These herbs make it a natural cure for Endometriosis.

Shallaki (Boswelliaserrata) : Boswellia consists of boswellic acid that is very helpful to lessen inflammation. It is analgesic and has property to improve the blood circulation.

Curcumin (curcuma longa) : This herb is verygood anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant by nature.Curcumin is active herb to bring reduction in inflammation as it is effective in inhibiting the growth of cells that cause inflammation.

Dosage : 2 capsule twice a day, with plain water after meals.

2. Female Health Support

These herbal Capsules are a herbal formulation that has amazing features to strengthen the complete reproductive system of females with anti-inflammatory property. It can help you to get rid of pain during menstruation and lessen excessive bleeding during menstruation. In other way it is even useful in female infertility and improves libido. It is formed by amalgamating wonderful herbs which are

  • Ashok (Saraca indica)
  • Lodhra (Symplocos racemosa)
  • shatavari (Asparagus racemosus)

which synergistically acts to control vitiated “Vata” and “Pitta” and retain their balance.

Ashok (Saraca indica) – This tree comprises saponins, flavonoids, glycosides that act as uterotonic, anti-tumour, oxytocic and anti-implantation. Its dried bark act as an effective astringent, that brings benefits in menorrhagia, excessive uterine bleeding and as well it is so amazing cooling agent and demulcent, which acts on congested uterus, painful periods, heavy clots, ammenorhea and endometriosis.

Lodhra (Symplocos racemosa) – It is anti – inflammatory and beneficial in various female problems. Its bark is best astringent herb and good to use in heavy menstruation.

Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus) – Root part of Shatavari consists of Isoflavones, Asparagamine, Polysaccharides, mucilage and rich in vitamins A, B1 , B2 , C, E, Phosphorus, Calcium, Iron and folic acid . ‘Racemofuran’ in Shatvati has a potential to normalize the level of female hormones and gives strength to female.

Dosage: 2 capsules twice a day, with plain water after meals.

3. Aloe Vitals Capsules

Aloe vitals Capsules are purely herbal products that has anti-oxidant property which eliminates toxins from the body.as well a good immune system booster. It helps to balance the body energies vata, pitta and Kapha. This herbal product is formed of the standardized extract of Aloe Vera (Aloe barbadensis).

Aloe Vera (Aloe barbadensis) – It is a wonderful anti-inflammatory herb with effective detoxifier, tonic and antiseptic properties.

4. Shatavari Capsules

These Capsules are purely herbal and very much beneficial for almost all menstrual problems, including amenorrhea and dysmenorrhea. Shatavari Capsule is an efficient natural herbal substitute to artificial hormones. Shatavari enables a female to maintain her fertility. This herbal product is prepared using herb Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus).

Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus) – In Ayurveda Shatavari is considered to proliferate the fertility and vitality of females. It has phytoestrogen that supportscreatesbalance in the hormones and reduce risk of endometriosis. It is also useful in painful menstruation, uterine fibroids, ovarian cysts and irregular painful menstruation in females. It has potential to provide strength to the female reproductive system.It is a natural cure for endometriosis.

Dosage: 2 capsules twice a day, with plain water after meals.

5. Pradrantak Churna

This herbal preparation is the ammended classical Ayurvedic formulation “Pushyanug” churna. This formulation consists of various herbs

  • Lodhra (Symplocusracemosa)
  • Ashok (Saracaindica)
  • Udumbar (Ficusglomerata)
  • Arjuna (Terminalia arjuna)

Ayurveda has considered it to be very useful in gynecological problems as it can maintain thevata balance. It pacifies the vata doshaas well as the other doshas (Pitta and kapha) also. Its properties are like anti-microbial, anti-bacterial and uterine tonic. It is a natural cure for endometriosis as it can reduce inflammation and reforms endometrium. It naturally balances the female hormones. It is useful for female health problems like

  • ovarian cyst
  • premenstrual syndrome
  • endometriosis
  • uterine fibroids
  • menopausal syndrome

Dosage: 1 teaspoonful twice daily, with plain water or fresh juice after meals.

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Ayurvedic Treatment For Endometriosis

Abstract

In Ayurveda, the importance of woman health has been given as a priority. Which states, she only lay the foundation of healthy society. In modern medicine, the study of female organs of reproduction is known as gynecology, which is synonyms to ‘Stri Rog Vigyan’ of Ayurveda.

In Ayurveda, endometriosis has been named as ‘Udaavartinee’, which defines endometriosis as painful menstruation and presence of painful and delayed menstruation flow and retrograde menstruation. Retrograde menstruation is believed to be a cause of endometriosis.

Ayurveda states that ‘Vata’ governs all movements in the mind and body. Vata controls the blood flow, elimination of waste products, breathing and momentum of thoughts in the mind. Thus, balancing the Vata inside the body restores the proper functioning of vital organs and treatment of endometriosis.

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Vata is, further, subdivided into many forms and amongst them ‘Apanavata’ is particularly responsible for the downward flow of blood (menstruation) and excretory function. Abnormal functioning of Apanavata, affects the flow of blood (Pitta) and disturbs the Kapha (reproductive tissue). The disturbance in Kapha leads into the displacement of endometrial tissue.

Thus, the leading form of energy causing the endometriosis is tackled first. In Ayurveda, for Endometriosis treatment, ‘Ushna therapy and medication’ is recommended, which increases the metabolism in Vata and Kapha. Furthermore, ‘Gulma’ treatments is prescribed for gas, bloating, constipation and delayed periods. Pitta treatments can be applied, in case of excessive bleeding and burning sensation.

Modern medicine in Endometriosis Treatment

In modern medicine, endometriosis has been identified as a hormonal and immune system disease. In this disease, cells lining the uterus (endometrium) grow outside the uterine cavity, most commonly’ on the membrane of abdominal cavity, ‘peritoneum’. Common symptoms are menstrual pain and infertility. Moreover, the pain get worse during menstrual cycle and cause secondary dysmenorrhea.
In Allopathy, the disease is treated by prescribing medicines for pain and hormones, otherwise followed by surgery.

Symptoms of Endometriosis

  • Dysmenorrhea – Painful cramps during the menstrual period and lower back pains in advanced stages.
  • Chronic pelvic pain – Indicated by lower back pain or abdominal pain
  • Dyspareunia – Painful sex
  • Dysuria – Painful urination
  • Throbbing, deterioration and pain to the legs are reported in endometriosis

AYURVEDIC TREATMENT FOR ENDOMETRIOSIS

In Ayurveda, woman are not only cure for the pathology of reproductive organs but also with holistic approach. Thus, improving general health of the woman.

In Ayurveda endometriosis treatment is applied in mild and moderate types. It can be a supportive therapy in severe conditions such as adhesion of pelvic organs like uterus, bladder and bowel.

Ayurvedic Medicines for Endometriosis

There are 3 types of Ayurvedic herbal preparations used to treat endometriosis.

  1. Ayurvedic herbal preparations to control Vata movements and reduce pain.
  2. Kapha pacifying herbal preparations to reduce growth, lyses, adhesion and to maintain fertility.
  3. Herbal preparations to reduce excessive bleeding.

In Ayurveda, the herbal preparation are used to boost the immunity, which in turn helps in proper functioning of glands and hormonal balancing.

The most useful herbs are Ashoka, Shatavari and Lodhra.

  • Ashoka (Saraca Asoca) : is used in the treatment of menstrual disorders associated with excessive bleeding, congestion, and pain, dysmenorrhea, abdominal pain, and uterine spasms. The herb strengthen the endometrium and uterine muscles. Thus, it is effective as a uterine tonic for irregular menstrual cycles and miscarriage.
  • Shatavari (Asparagus Racemosus) : is an important medicinal plant. Shatavari has its name in Indian and British Pharmacopoeias. Generally, root extract of Shatavari is used as uterine tonic, hyperacidity, as a galactogogue to improve breast milk and general health tonic.
  • Lodhra : Lodhra stops hemorrhages and heaviness in the body. It acts as coolant to the body, where it pacifies Pitta and stops inflammation and stops excessive bleeding. It is very beneficial in gynae problems.

Planet Ayurveda, Holistic Healing Through Herbs, is dedicated to promote natural herb to common man. Ayurvedic treatment for endometriosis is safe like in heavy bleeding and severe pelvic pain. The Herbal preparations for the treatment of endometriosis shows its efficacy comparing to NSAID.‘Planet Ayurveda, Endometriosis care pack‘ has wonderful results for endometriosis and overall health benefits of woman.

The Endometriosis Care Pack is a powerful package of five different packs, which includes

  1. Female Health Support
  2. Aloe Vitals
  3. Pradrantak Churna
  4. Shatavari
  5. Boswellia Curcumin


Endometriosis Care Pack

Product Description

1. Boswellia Curcumin

It is an effective combination of anti-inflammatory herbs. It relieves in pain and enhance immunity. It removes body fluid waste, prevent cancer, works as an anti-oxidant, curcumin, known as haldi, suppresses the mutagens. Boswellia curcumin capsules (500 mg) are 100% pure and don not cause any side effects.

Dosage : 1-2 capsules once or twice a day

Net Content : 60 capsules

2. Female Health Support

It is a purely herbal formulation used since ancient time. The combined herbs are highly interactive and acts on the various targets. They are useful in female infertility, menstrual cycles and pain, hormonal imbalance and excessive discharge (leucorrhoea). Planet Ayurveda, Female Health Support, capsules (500 mg) improves libido.

Dosage : 1-2 capsules once or twice a day

Net Content : 60 capsules

3. Aloe Vitals

Aloe Vitals is a capsule form of Aloe Vera, effectively work as anti-oxidant. The various active constituents like salicylic acid, cinnamic acids etc. are anti-microbial agents. It enhances the action of liver, kidney and gall bladder. It acts as tonic, detoxifier and antiseptic. It boosts the immunity and exhibit the cooling properties, which helps in rejuvenating the endometrial linings.

Dosages : 1-2 capsules twice a day

Net Content : 60 capsules

4. Shatavari Capsules

It is well known for endometrial treatment. Shatavari capsules are prepared from standardized extract of Shatavari. It targets hormonal imbalance, endometriosis and maintain fertility. It has rejuvenating properties and maintain overall health.

Dosage : 1-2 capsules twice a day

Net Content : 60 capsules

5. Pradrantak Churna

Pradrantak Churna maintain and enhances the woman health. The mixture of herbs targets on the gynecological associated problems. It pacifies Vatta and balance Patta and Kapha. It is highly effective in Dysmenorrhoea, painful menstruation, irregular menses, Leucorrhoea, ovarian cyst and uterine fibroids.

Dosages : I teaspoonful twice daily

Net weight : 100 g

Indication for Endometriosis Care Pack

  • Endometriosis
  • Leucorrhoea
  • Menstrual disorder
  • Ovarian cysts
  • Premenstrual syndrome
  • Irregular menses
  • Menopausal Syndrome