Ayurvedic Treatment For Endometriosis

Introduction

Endometriosis is a common inflammatory disease where the tissue similar to the lining in the uterus grows in other areas of the body like fallopian tubes, ovaries, the outer surface of the uterus, other pelvic organs, and connective tissues. Endometriosis affects 5-10% of women during their reproductive years.

According to Ayurveda, Endometriosis is developing due to the imbalance of Vata dosha. Apana is the main reason for the removal of unwanted waste or toxins from the body. When any disturbances happen for the smooth functioning of removal of toxins, such conditions lead to problems. When ama combines with Vata or Kapha dosha, it blocks Apana Vata's flow. As a result, one needs to suffer from Endometriosis symptoms.

Symptoms Of Endometriosis

General symptoms of Endometriosis are

• Intestinal pain.
• Severe menstrual pain.
• Pain during or after sexual intercourse.
• Painful bowel movements during periods.
• Chronic pain in the pelvis.
• Pain while urinating during periods.
• Cramps before and during menstruation.
• Bloating.

Endometriosis pain affects women during their menstrual cycle. The most common symptoms of endometriosis are bloating, pain during menstruation periods, chronic pain in the pelvis, cramps before or during menstruation, pain while urinating while periods, pain during or after sexual intercourse, intestinal pain, etc.

Causes Of Endometriosis

Endometriosis may occur due to various reasons. General reasons are

• Endometrial cell transport

  Sometimes the blood vessels may transport endometrial cells to other parts of the body.

• Immunity problems

  If we face immune system disorders, our body won't be able to recognize tissues like endometrial that are growing outside the uterus.

• Embryonic cell transformation

  Estrogen hormone may transform embryonic cells into endometrial-like cell implants during puberty.

• Surgery

  After surgery, there are chances of deposits of the endometrial tissues elsewhere in the pelvis.

• Retrograde menstruation

  Retrograde menstruation is common and happens when blood flows backward into the pelvis instead of out of the vagina during menstruation.

General causes of endometriosis are surgical effects, retrograde menstruation, embryonic cell transformation, immunity problems, endometrial cell transport, etc.

Home Remedies To Prevent Endometriosis Symptoms

Home remedies are easy to follow and most of the items would be easily available also.

• Warm milk

  Drinking a glass of warm milk with a mix of two teaspoons of Indian Asparagus powder is a natural way to cure Endometriosis.

• Pineapple juice

  Pineapple juice is rich in anti-inflammatory properties, hence you can get rid of endometriosis by drinking pineapple juice regularly for a couple of weeks.

• Ginger tea

  Drinking ginger tea is another way to cure endometriosis. Ginger is rich in anti-inflammatory properties that help to cure menstrual cramps and nausea.

• Turmeric

  Turmeric is a fine remedy in treating endometriosis naturally due to the anti-inflammatory properties of turmeric.

• Honey

  Honey is rich in antibacterial and inflammatory properties. Honey can be used as a substitute for sugar and regular consumption of help to reduce endometriosis pain.

• Flaxseeds

  Take some flaxseeds and put them in the water overnight. Drinking that water the next morning can heal endometriosis pain. .

Some of the natural ways to cure endometriosis pain are pineapple juice, aloe vera, honey, turmeric, ginger, flax seeds, warm milk, etc.

Herbal Remedies To Cure Endometriosis

Herbal remedies are always natural and have no side effects. Popular herbs that will help in curing endometriosis pain are

• Shatavari(Asparagus Racemosus)

  Shatavari is rich in antioxidants that protect the body to fight various diseases. Also, from the ancient period onwards, Shatavari is considered one of the best medicines to improve the female reproductive system.

• Asoka(Saraca Asoca)

  Asoka herb is widely used as a remedy to regulate the menstrual cycle and get rid of endometriosis pain.

• Aloe-vera

  Aloe-vera is rich in anti-inflammatory properties and contains various vitamins which boost energy levels. .

• Yashtimadhu(Liquorice)

  Yashtimadhu helps to reduce endometriosis pain and heavy flow during menstruation.

Endometriosis pain can be prevented by the regular use of Ashoka, aloe-vera, yashti Madhu, Shatavari, etc.

Nidan Parivarjan (Lifestyle Changes)

Certain lifestyle changes suggested by Ayurveda to cure Endometriosis are

• Quit smoking.
• Maintain a healthy body weight.
• Stop alcohol consumption.
• Practicing yoga and meditation.
• Practice regular exercise.
• Follow a healthy diet.
• Enough rest.

Ayurveda says that following a quality lifestyle mode can prevent Endometriosis symptoms positively.

Ayurvedic Remedies In Curing Endometriosis

According to Ayurveda Panchakarma is the fine remedy to cure Endometriosis symptoms. Panchakarma is a detoxification and regeneration program for the mind and body. Panchakarma therapy can regularise Apana Vata, detoxifying Pitta, and bringing Kapha into balance. Panchakarma treatment includes five steps.

• Vamana

  Vamana therapy is herbally induced vomiting. Vamana therapy aims to cleanse the upper gastro system. .

• Virechana

  Virechana is considered herbal purgation. Virechana therapy cleanses the gastrointestinal tract of toxins and also cleanses the pitta from the intestines.

• Basti

  Basti treatment aims to calm Vata imbalances in the lower body.

• Nasya

  Nasya is the process of administration of herbal oils through nasal passages. Nasya treatment has various benefits like improving the sense organs in the head, better management of the stress, neck and shoulder health, etc.

• Rakta Moksha

  Rakta moksha is the process of removal of impure blood from the affected body parts. .

Basic Panchakarma therapies to be followed in curing Endometriosis are Vamana, Virechana, Basti, Nasya, and Raktha Moksha.

Conclusion

All the information regarding Endometriosis was collected from various Ayurvedic resources. Always consult an Ayurvedic practitioner before starting self-medication.

References

• Ashtanga Hridayam
• Sushruta Samhitha