Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding is abnormal bleeding from the uterus, commonly related with ovulation failure, in the absence of other detectable organic lesions. This is commonly seen in women in the middle of the age of twelve and forty-five. It is leading to note that this diagnosis should be made, and medicine attempted for this condition, only after all other causes have been ruled out.

Ayurveda has good and productive medicine for dysfunctional uterine bleeding. This condition can be classified into acute and chronic. To stop the bleeding in an acute phase, Naagkeshar (Mesua ferrea), Sphatik Bhasma(Treated Alum), Kamdudha and Laksha (purified and treated wax) are used. These medicines are productive irrespective of the cause of bleeding. The dose and frequency of medication can be increased according to the severity of the condition.

In the lasting condition, medicines like Ashokarishta, Bolbaddha Rasa, Kamdudha, Laxadi Guggulu, Chandraprabha, Praval Bhasma, Dashmoolarishta, Lodhrasava and Shatavari Ghruta are used. Private herbal medicines which are very beneficial are: Ashoka (Saraca indica), Ulatkambal (Abroma augusta), Dashmool (Ten roots), Lodhra (Symplocos racemosa), Musta (Cyperus rotundus), Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus), Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), Vasa (Adhatoda vasica) and Udumbar (Ficus glomerata).

Some of the above medicines act on the centers in the brain which are responsible for regulating the secretion of hormones in the blood, which in turn act on the ovary and bring about the required therapeutic effect. Some act on the ovaries, and some act directly on the uterus, and on the blood vessels supplying the uterus. The farranging succeed is to regulate and control uterine bleeding.

While the acute phase medicine can be given for a few days or a few weeks, the lasting phase medicine needs to be given for several monthly cycles to bring about lasting relief from symptoms, or a cure. For refractory patients, Panchkarma procedures like “Uttarbasti” are recommended.

A bland diet along with milk and ghee is recommended, and patients are asked to avoid spices, green chillies, sour, salty and fermented food products. Rest and free time are recommended.

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