Uterine Fibroids are typical Uterine growths. They usually appear in the Uterus and affect many women during their reproductive years. Although they are non-cancerous, if Fibroids get big, they can distort the inside and outside of the Uterus. Such growths often arise due to disturbances in the body's energies, and Ayurveda offers practical solutions for these disturbances.
The exact cause of Uterine Fibroids isn't fully understood, but several factors contribute to their development:
Hormonal Imbalance: Estrogen and progesterone support Fibroid growth; hormone imbalance can accelerate their formation.
Dietary and Lifestyle Changes: Consumption of high raw or red meat and lack of physical activity can contribute to Fibroid growth.
Stress or Anxiety: Unnecessary mental stress levels can lead to fluctuation in hormonal imbalances, potentially leading to Uterine Fibroid formation.
Age: Uterine Fibroids occur in women around 30-40, especially near menopause.
Uterine Fibroids can create painful pressure or mild pain in the lower abdomen.
One may experience heavier than usual or extended periods.
Due to pressure against the bladder, the chances of frequent urination increase.
Pressure from Fibroids can sometimes cause mild or severe back pain.
Some may experience difficulty in conception or during pregnancy.
Jiva Ayurveda provides advanced Ayurvedic treatment for Uterine Fibroids. Our treatments are highly personalised, varying from patient to patient, and aim to eliminate the root cause, balance the tri-doshas (governing energies), and enhance overall immunity.
Ayurvedic Therapies: Panchkarma and similar authentic, time-tested Ayurvedic therapies are crucial to Jiva’s Ayurvedic treatments. They are highly instrumental in detoxifying the body, minimising the Fibroid size, and alleviating other symptoms.
HACCP Certified Ayurvedic Medicine: Scientifically formulated Ayurvedic medicines aim to restore balance in the body, maintain emotional stability, and eliminate the root cause.
Nutritional and Lifestyle Adjustments: Jiva’s certified health experts will recommend personalised dietary and lifestyle changes to reduce Fibroid symptoms and balance hormone fluctuations.
Yoga and Meditation: Certified Jiva experts will suggest well-being practices such as Yoga asanas, meditation, and other stress-management activities to support mental health. These practices will ultimately keep the hormones balanced, resulting in the management of Fibroids.
Ayurveda uses various herbal remedies to manage Fibroids. Some of the commonly used herbs in Ayurvedic medicine for Uterine Fibroids include:
Ashoka: It helps in regulating menstrual cycles and reduces bleeding.
Shatavari: It is known to support the reproductive system and manage hormonal imbalances.
Guggul: It helps Reduce inflammation and Fibroid size.
Aloe Vera: It is excellent for body detoxification and maintains Uterine health.
Turmeric: An anti-inflammatory herb that helps balance hormones and manage Fibroid-related symptoms.
Uterine Fibroids are benign tumours that arise from or on the surface of the Uterus and often cause various clinical signs, such as discomfort and heavy bleeding.
Yes, chronic stress can disturb the hormonal balance, which may then put one at risk of developing Uterine Fibroids.
As per Ayurvedic principles, a diet for Fibroids should comprise fruits, green leafy vegetables, lean proteins, whole grains, and a small number of healthy oils such as ghee or nuts.
Depending on their position within the Uterus or surrounding connective tissue, Uterine Fibroids are further classified as Submucosal, Intramural, Subserosal, or Pedunculated.
Yes, Panchakarma is regularly helpful for Fibroid patients, but it is important to seek attention from a reputed Ayurveda expert to tailor one therapy for yourself.
To prevent Fibroids from worsening, one must maintain a balanced diet, participate in physical activity and exercise, control stress levels, and follow proper Ayurvedic methods.
When practised intermittently, it is said that hormonal balance may be achieved, but a certified Ayurveda doctor preferably confirms this.
Stressors related to Fibroids can be managed by practising yoga, meditation, sound healing and performing guided exercises.
The presence of untreated fibrosis will result in complications such as excessive bleeding and blood loss, anaemia, difficulties in conceiving, and, in a few cases, tumours are so giant that they can damage organs.
Yes, Uterine Fibroids may affect pregnancy as well as fertility in some women. Depending on their location and size, Fibroids could potentially inhibit the implantation of an embryo and the development of a fetus, which might cause problems such as miscarriage, placenta previa, a preterm birth, or the necessity of a caesarean delivery. Nonetheless, even in the presence of Fibroids, many women can carry pregnancies to term successfully.
Heavy menstruation, extended menses, pressure and pain over the pelvis region, urge incontinence, tortuous bowel movements, and back pain or pain in the extremities. In some situations, women have Fibroids but do not complain of any symptoms and the diagnosis is made when the women are subjected to gynaecological checkups and routine exams.
No, surgery is not the only option. Treatment options are diverse based on the degree of Fibroids, associated symptoms, and treatment goals of the patients. There are non-surgical treatment options, such as Ayurvedic treatments that include herbal medicines, Ayurvedic therapies, and dietary and lifestyle modifications.
