Uterus is an inverted pear shaped hollow muscular organ located in the pelvis. It has three layers namely endometrial layers, middle muscular layer and outer thicker layer. Approx 20% of women at the age of 30 have got fibroids in their uterus. However, most females remain unaware of their presence as they rarely show signs or symptoms. There are certain cases where the human body shrinks uterine fibroids naturally after menopause and they start growing unnaturally and interfere with the normal functioning of other organs. That’s when you need to seek the best Ayurveda treatment.

What are Uterine Fibroid

Uterine fibroids are also called as leiomyomas or myomas in medical terminology. They are mostly non- malignant and noncancerous. They could show up anytime during the reproductive years in females and can hamper normal fertility and alter pregnancy, sometimes even leading to miscarriages. Though most fibroids are considered non-cancerous we cannot fully dismiss the possibility of this condition turning into cancerous.

Causative factors of Uterine Fibroids

• Progesterone levels
• Overweight /Obesity
• Smoking
• Low physical activity
• Hormonal imbalance
• Hereditary causes

Symptoms of Uterine Fibroids

Fibroid symptoms are sometimes dormant. But people who display the following symptoms find it really difficult to manage as it affects their day-to-day life and activities. However the common symptoms of uterine fibroid include:

• Menstrual pain
• Irregular periods
• Prolonged bleeding
• Back pain
• Anaemia and weakness
• Constipation
• Frequent urination
• Pain during sex
• Weight gain
• Infertility

Ayurvedic view about Uterine fibroid

Ayurveda views uterine fibroid as a kapha dominant disorder and calls it Grandhi or Arbudha.  The ancient texts describe this condition as an overgrowth in the mamsadhathu or muscles of the uterus. Vata and pitta also plays intermediate roles in the disease and due to this reason, the patient may be considered as pre-cancerous. So the treatment must be sufficiently sustained to balance the Tridoshas and to eradicate the slow moving kapha over time

Panchakarma or Ayurvedic cleansing is primary to any ayurvedic procedures. This procedure detoxifies the body and prepares the body to absorb the medicines. It corrects hormonal imbalances and body pathology thereby restoring body functions and aids in fertility and pregnancy. Virechana and vasthi (including utharavasthi) among Panchakarma therapy reduce the pathology and consequently increases fertility rate. Vamana has positive effects on people suffering with hypothyroidism, digestion and overweight.

Do’s and Don’t’s

• Cut down animal proteins
• Include fresh fruits and vegetables
• Quit smoking and alcohol
• Avoid the use of chemicals that interrupt your hormones
• Avoid a high salt diet
• Do regular exercise and reduce extra weight
• Monitor your blood pressure in routine

Conclusion

Uterine fibroids are most common nowadays. The major goal of our treatment is to balance the doshas and restore the body back to its functional capacity. Our personalized treatment involves the combination of Ayurveda massage, herbal medicines, dietary changes, lifestyle adjustments and Yoga to give a long lasting comfort for people suffering from fibroids.

Schedule your appointment with us and get start transforming your body’s health with natural and holistic approach. Call us: +61 3 9078 2940