Endometriosis
Treatment of Endometriosis with Ayurveda
Endometriosis is a persistent, long-lasting, painful, and incurable disease at this time. It is the growth of tissue in areas where it is not supposed to grow, which acts similarly to the inner lining of the uterus in composition and function. In Ayurveda, there are various diseases that show symptoms similar to endometriosis, but it is mostly related to Udavarta Yonivyapada.
According to the WHO, 10% (190 million) of women of reproductive age suffer from this disease. It has become quite common, and other than the pelvic area, it can also grow near the abdomen and the chest.
If you are looking for the treatment of Endometriosis, then Gynocci with Ayurveda offers a natural, root-cause–based approach that focuses on balancing hormones, reducing inflammation, relieving pain, and improving overall reproductive health - without long-term side effects.
What is endometriosis?
Endometriosis is a chronic, painful, and incurable disease that affects women worldwide, and it can happen anytime from their first period (menarche) to the last (menopause). It can also affect transgender men and non-binary people who menstruate.
It is the formation of endometrial-like tissue, found in the inner lining of the uterus, and causes pain in the pelvic area, inflammation, scarring, and, in the long run, it can also cause infertility.
It is currently not curable, but its symptoms can be treated through medication and proper care. Its symptoms can also be treated using Ayurveda by balancing doshas, detoxification, and can also help with the symptoms causing infertility. But first, let’s understand the reasons for endometriosis.
Causes of endometriosis
The cause of endometriosis is not known, but research shows that weak immune functions. People with endometriosis have a family history of endometriosis and other immune-mediated diseases like inflammation in the bowel and multiple sclerosis, etc.
According to Ayurveda, endometriosis is caused by an imbalance in the Apana vata, which is a type of Vata dosha. Apana vata is responsible for the flow of bodily and menstrual waste downward, and an imbalance of which causes the accumulation of toxins and causes tissue to grow in places it is not supposed to grow.
Symptoms and diagnosis
The symptoms of endometriosis are very large in number, and it is not easily diagnosed, even by the health care professionals. In many people, endometriosis remains asymptomatic, and others may not be aware of the disease itself despite having symptoms. The main symptoms are
- Painful cramps during menstruation
- Heavy bleeding during the menstrual cycle
- Pain while peeing or pooping
- Pain during sex
- Infertility
- Abdominal bloating
To diagnose endometriosis, it can take 4 to 12years because of the lack of technology for early diagnosis and treatment. Other methods, like ultrasound and MRI, are used to determine the size and the location of the tissue formation.
In case of knowledge of the exact location of the tissue, surgical methods can also be used to remove it, but in most of the cases, medication is recommended before any kind of surgery. In modern medicine, to diagnose the disease early, methods like blood tests and self-testing methods like saliva and menstrual blood tests are useful.
In Ayurveda, holistic approaches like Prakriti parikashan, Vikruti parikshan, Nadi parikshan, and clinical symptoms are taken into consideration. For treatment balancing the doshas and treatment of the root cause, the apana vata is the main part.
Treatment
It is mentioned that there is no known cure for endometriosis, so its symptoms are treated to reduce pain, scarring, and increase the chances of infertility. The treatment of endometriosis depends mostly on the age, severity of the symptoms, pain, and future plans of the person for pregnancy.
The following medications are used to treat the symptoms of endometriosis-
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs- These NSAIDs help reduce the pain only, and the other methods are the use of different hormonal therapies, which reduce the pain and also suppress the menstrual cycle.
Hormonal therapies include-
- Hormonal contraceptive- This method includes estrogen and progestin therapy or only progestin therapy. It can be given in different forms like oral pills, IUDs, patches, implants, vaginal rings, birth control shots, etc.
- GnRH analogues- These analogues first stimulate and then desensitise the pituitary gland to reduce the production of sex hormones that, in turn, suppress the menstrual cycle. Basically It stops your reproductive cycle to help you with the pain. An oral GnRH analogue is Orilissa, and the other analogue, which is injected into your skin, is Lupron.
- Danazol- This is another kind of hormonal medication that stops the hormones that cause periods. After taking this medication, you may have a period once in a while, or it may fully stop.
Endometriosis Treatment in Ayurveda
Ayurveda mainly focuses on the treatment of the root cause of any disease, and it is called NidanaParivarjanam. Ayurveda is said to totally cure endometriosis. It is focused on balancing the doshas that cause the disease and following a healthy lifestyle. The following methods are used to treat endometriosis treatment in Ayurveda -
- Vata anuloman- In this Panchakarma, like vasti chikitsa, uttar vasti, and medicines are used to channel Vata.
- Treatment of vataj yoni vyapad, with appropriate medicines.
- Sopphar chikitsa is used for the treatment of inflammation.
- Rasayan chikitsa is used to stop the disease from coming back.
- Raktaprasadan is used to cleanse toxins from the blood.
Along with these treatments and medications, other treatments are also used according to the constitution (Vata, Pitta, Kapha) of the individual.
Surgical treatment- Surgery for endometriosis can be an effective way to reduce pain and increase the chances of pregnancy, but there are always risks associated with surgery. Different types of surgery are recommended by the doctors.
- Laparoscopic surgery- In this type of surgery, surgeons make a tiny cut in your abdominal skin and insert a thin tube called the laparoscope. This helps in finding the exact location of the endometrial tissue with a high-definition camera, so that the surgeon can insert other surgical instruments and remove the endometriosis.
- Hysterectomy- Hysterectomy is the process of removal of the ovaries and uterus in severe cases of endometriosis.
Endometriosis is a chronic disease, and even after surgery, it can come back after a few years or even early. It depends on how bad it was. After it starts to grow, your health care professional can recommend a repeat surgery along with some medications. After surgery, many people get a big relief from pain.
Prevention and care
Endometriosis is a disease that you can not anticipate or prevent. The only way is to reduce pain and long-term symptoms by early diagnosis and better medical care. It is a chronic disease that affects nearly 1 in every 10 women. Among Women who are suffering from infertility, 20-25% of them are diagnosed with endometriosis. Endometriosis is not easily diagnosed and has various symptoms, and you cannot prevent it.
How Gynocci helps?
At Gynocci, proper medication is provided, and through Ayurveda treatments, you can get huge relief in the long run. In some cases, after ayurvedic treatments, the disease can be cured, and in some cases, endometriosis can go away on its own, like after menopause, in which estrogen levels drop.
There are a lot of menstrual cycle-suppressing medicines and surgical methods also to help people suffering from this disease.
FAQs
What are the odds of getting endometriosis?
Endometriosis affects about 10% women around the world, and it is mentioned that it cannot be anticipated. You can get endometriosis if you have a family history of endometriosis.
What are the main symptoms of endometriosis?
Pain in the pelvic area, heavy bleeding during the menstrual cycle, pain during sex, and infertility in some cases are some of the symptoms of endometriosis.
What is the main cause of endometriosis?
The cause of endometriosis is unknown, but it is related to retrograde menstruation.
Can I get pregnant with endometriosis?
Yes, many women with endometriosis still get pregnant. But sometimes it may make conception little difficult because the tissue growth can affect ovaries or fallopian tubes. With proper treatment, fertility can improve. In Ayurveda, imbalance of Vata and Pitta and blockage in reproductive channels (Artava Vaha Srotas) is seen as a cause.
At Gynocci, we focus on diagnosis-led Ayurvedic care, not just suppress symptoms, but also to correct Vata, Pitt, clear Ama(toxins), and rebuild Artava Dhatu, creating the internal environment needed for natural conception.
What happens if my endometriosis is left untreated?
If left untreated, the condition may slowly get worse. It can cause severe pelvic pain, heavy periods, cysts in ovaries and sometimes fertility problems. Over time the abnormal tissue may spread more. Ayurveda believes chronic inflammation and accumulated toxins (Ama) can worsen the condition if not managed.
Can endometriosis cause infertility?
Yes, it can affect fertility in some women. The extra tissue can disturb ovulation, damage eggs, or block fallopian tubes. But it does not mean pregnancy is impossible. With correct treatment and hormonal balance, many couples still conceive.
Does endometriosis go away after menopause?
Usually symptoms improve after menopause because estrogen levels go down. But in some rare cases the condition may still remain or cause mild symptoms.
Can diet and nutrition help endometriosis symptoms?
Yes, diet can help a lot. Anti-inflammatory foods like vegetables, fruits, turmeric and omega-3 fats may reduce symptoms. Ayurveda also recommends warm, easily digestible foods and avoiding excess processed, fried and cold foods to balance Vata and Pitta.
Is endometriosis inherited?
Sometimes yes, If your mother or sister had endometriosis, the chances can be slightly higher. But lifestyle, hormones and immunity (immune health) also play important roles.
Can endometriosis cause cancer?
Very rarely, some ovarian cancers are linked with long-term endometriosis, but the risk is still quite low. Additionally, it is a myth that Endometriosis itself is cancer, actually it is not.
