Ayurvedic treatment for fibroids: Herbs, Diet And Panchakarma therapies

 

Uterine fibroids or uterine leiomyomas are benign tumors (non-cancerous) that occur in 1 in 2 women. A proper diet and ayurvedic treatment for fibroids provide long-term relief by treating both cause of the disease and symptoms. Symptoms include heavy periods, pelvic pain, and fertility issues. While modern medicine has a variety of treatments and easier accessibility for fast relief, Ayurvedic treatment provides a holistic treatment method that not only relieves symptoms but also improves health and well-being.

 

Understanding fibroids from an Ayurveda Perspective

Fibroids in Ayurvedic aspect arises due to  imbalances in Kapha and Vata, along with toxin buildup in the Uterus. Treatment focuses on detox (Panchakarma), hormone-balancing medicines, and an anti-inflammatory healthy diet. In Ayurveda, fibroids are called Garbhashaya Granthi, which can grow inside or outside the Uterus. Unlike temporary fixes and conventional solutions, Ayurveda addresses root causes for lasting relief. Ancient wisdom with traditional medication offers natural and effective healing through Ayurvedic treatment for fibroids.

 

Ayurvedic treatments for fibroids: Causes

Hormonal Influence: Fibroid growth will be spiked by the dominance of estrogen. Ayurveda addresses this issue of fibroids through judicious use of various herbs like Shatavari (acts as uterine tonic), which naturally regulates hormonal balance.

Genetic or hereditary reason: Women with a family history of fibroids are more likely to develop fibroids. This cause indicates predisposition to the development of muscular diseases, as it already lies in genes.

Age and Hormonal Changes: The most prevalent age for the occurrence of fibroids is between 30 to 50 years old. When women in perimenopause (the year prior to menopause) experience oscillations in their hormonal levels, go up and down unpredictably. Over her lifetime, her body has also been exposed to a lot of estrogen imbalances, this cumulative estrogen exposure leads to aberrant uterine cell proliferation (uncontrolled and abnormal growth).

Other causes: Chronic inflammation, obesity, and insulin resistance may stimulate fibroid development by altering growth factor production in uterine tissues.  

Hypertension: Women with high blood pressure have higher fibroid risk, possibly due to vascular stress impacting uterine artery health.

Extracellular Matrix: Cells are held together by the extracellular Matrix (ECM). In fibroids, the ECM becomes more fibrous and breaks down (catabolic), making it stickier and promoting growth.

 

Ayurvedic treatments for fibroids: Symptoms

Frequent Urination: Fibroids pressing on the bladder reduce its capacity, causing the urge to pee often, even with little urine. Large fibroids may block urine flow.

Reproduction troubles: The uterus can become distorted by fibroids, which can complicate pregnancy, increase the risk of miscarriage, or interfere with embryo implantation. Some may reduce fertility by blocking the fallopian tubes.

Constipation: Fibroids pressing against the uterus wall and rectum can slow bowel movements, leading to bloating, discomfort, and difficulty passing stool.

Other symptoms: There are milder symptoms which may be caused by fibroid condition, such as Pelvic Pain, heavy periods, Bloating, intercourse pain .

 

Types of uterine fibroids

• Intramural fibroids: Growth located inside the uterus’s muscular wall.
• Subserosal fibroids: located near the outer layer or serosa of the uterus.  They grow more towards outside of the uterus.
• Submucosal fibroids: grow towards the internal layer or mucosa of the uterus and protrudes into uterine cavity.
• Pedunculated fibroids: A stalk-like structure, either on submucosal or subserosal, connecting to the uterine wall.
• Cervical fibroids: primarily on the muscle tissue in the cervix, the lower part of the uterus.

Ayurvedic Medications for Fibroid Reduction

Ayurvedic treatments for fibroids can help to improve the condition of the individual. Since the condition is caused by vitiated kapha dosha and vatha dosha along with Ama (toxins) and  Rakta dhathu (blood tissue) vitiation, our goal is to attain balance in doshas and corrects the cause of the disease. Different types of Ayurvedic medication include:

 

1. Herbal Remedies

These are the herbal formulations that help in healing the fibroid, where the medications are taken internally.

• Kanchnar Guggulu is an herbal formula for the treatment of growths, swelling, cysts, and tumors.
• Ashokarishta: Many women face genetic disorders as they approach menopause. They experience irregular menstrual cycles and fibroid-related issues. The pain and problems of fibroids can be alleviated with the use of Ashokarishta.
• Lodhra Churna: Lodhra is thought to help female conditions of vaginal infections and reproductive cycles.
• Punarnava: It is used to reduce the inflammation and swelling.

Ayurvedic physician chooses the correct medications after assessing your condition and dosha imbalances.

2. Diet and lifestyle

To maintain Kapha Balance, avoid processed foods, dairy, and sugar. Include fresh and warm foods, whole foods, plant-based foods, and natural sweeteners. Consume bitter greens, flaxseeds, and pomegranate for hormone balance and circulation. Drink ginger tea, exercise daily and avoid cold drinks to counteract Kapha stagnation and maintain energy. Each body is different; therefore, the recommendations in diet and lifestyle may vary from person to person.

3. Panchakarma Therapies

Panchakarma is an Ayurveda detoxification therapy that helps remove Ama (toxins) and balance doshas in our body, particularly for conditions like uterine fibroids. Panchakarma treatments include Basti, Virechanam and Nasya, which uses herbs and ayurvedic medicines, along with other treatments like abhyangam, udwardhanam, potali svedas and shirodhara helps to detox the body as well as improve blood flow, regulate the menstrual cycle, and treat various feminine health issues naturally.

4. Stress Management

Hypertension can be the cause of fibroids. We provides the treatments to soothen the nervous system. Daily meditation and pranayama helps to lower cortisol (Stress hormone) and regulate reproductive hormones, which have an impact on stress-induced fibroid growth.

 

How Ayurveda can help improve the condition of Uterine Fibroids

Ayurveda offers a holistic, natural approach to managing uterine fibroids without surgery. Rasayana Ayurveda Centre focuses on Specialized ayurvedic treatments for fibroids, resulting in:

• Reducing symptoms like heavy bleeding and pain.
• Gradual shrinkage of excessive growth, cysts, swelling, and fibroids through detoxification.
• Preventing new fibroid growth by balancing hormones and improving metabolism.
• Enhancing overall physical and internal condition through Ayurveda therapies.

 

Why Rasayana Ayurveda Centre is the ideal choice for the treatment of Fibroids

Rasayana Ayurveda Centre offers the most effective holistic and natural therapies, establishing itself as the premier Ayurvedic hospital in Kochi. With a legacy of authentic healing, we specialize in women’s health, providing personalized Ayurvedic treatment for fibroids in Kerala.

As a leader among Ayurvedic hospitals in Ernakulam, we combine ancient wisdom with evidence-based care to deliver lasting relief from fibroids naturally and without surgery. Rediscover pelvic health where authentic tradition meets evidence-based care!