Abstract

AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT OF ENDOMETRIOSIS: A CASE STUDY

*Dr. Veena Jawale and Dr. Pranali Doshi

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Abstract

Endometriosis is an unusual feature of retrograde menstruation that affects nearly every woman of reproductive age. It is a chronic estrogen dependent condition characterized by the ectopic implantation of functional tissue lining of uterus. The exact cause of endometriosis is not detected yet even though there are some theories which explain the pathogenesis of endometriosis Surgery is the recommended treatment for large endometrioma, which most women prefer to avoid. Ayurvedic conservative treatment for endometriosis can manage pain and may also prevent retrograde menstruation. It can be a minimally invasive alternative prior to surgical removal that has long-term beneficiary effects. As a seasonal regimen, yoga basti can also help fertile women with primary and secondary dysmenorrhea enhance the quality of life. A 32 year old married patient came with complaint with severe dysmenorrhea and had complex echopattern in right adenaxal region. The mass lesion consists of multiple cystic foci with some solid echogenic nodules within, Yoga basti, Tb Endotone. After three cycles patient had relief from dysmenorrhea and USG reports were also improved.

Keywords: Endometriosis, Pelvic Congestion Syndrome, Paripluta Yonivyapada, Ayurveda etc.