Menopausal Transition and the Effect of Ayurvedic Treatment

Abstract

Menopausal symptoms are common for almost 90% of women need.  Vasomotor symptoms like hot flashes, puffiness on the face and lower limbs, and psychological conditions like mood swings, vaginal dryness, dyspareunia, and depression are common during the menopause. Irregular cycles with the above symptoms from menopausal transition till cessation can be treated with the clinical approach of hormone therapy, nonhormonal ayurvedic drug regimen, with lifestyle changes. The purpose of this study was to present an integrated approach to navigate the challenges in treating menopausal symptoms. Case report: A 47-year-old female patient presented with menopausal symptoms for 4 years. Ayurvedic Treatment was given according to pitta dosh prakop (heat,inflammation) and vat dosh vrudhi (dryness, instability, nervous energy). Results: After 6 months of treatment, symptoms were reduced to manageable levels, the lipid profile improved, and uterine wall thickness decreased.  Conclusion: Ayurvedic principles of Rasayana, Vata Shaman, and Kapha Vardhan, along with Panchakarma, Sadvrutaa, balanced diet, Yoga, and meditation, can be used for the management of menopausal symptoms.