AYUVERDIC TREATMENT FOR PCOS

What is PCOD?
Polycystic ovarian disease (PCOD) is a common hormonal disorder among women of
reproductive age. It is a condition where hormonal imbalance affects the follicular growth
during the ovarian cycle, causing the affected follicles to remain in the ovary. If you have
PCOD, your pituitary gland may release abnormally high amount of luteinizing hormone into
your blood stream disrupting your normal menstrual cycle. As a result your follicle does not
mature and ovulation does not occur, which can lead to infertility.
In addition, your doctor will find your blood with high levels of insulin. Too much insulin
combined with high levels of luteinizing hormone can lead to excess production of male
hormone called testosterone in your ovaries, abnormally high amount of testosterone
prevent ovulation.
Infrequent or prolonged menstrual periods, excess hair growth, acne and obesity can all
occur in women with polycystic ovary syndrome. In adolescents, infrequent or absent
menstruation may signal the condition. In women past adolescence, difficulty becoming
pregnant or unexplained weight gain may be the first sign. Early diagnosis and treatment
may reduce the risk of long-term complications, such as type-2 diabetes and heart disease.
Ayurvedas perspective on PCOD
Ayurveda classifies PCOD as a kapha disorder. Kapha having first affected the digestive fire
jatharaagni starts to affect the metabolic aspect of the seven tissues called dhatu agni.
Each dhatu agni is responsible for the nourishment and formation of that particular tissue
that it resides in. In the case of PCOD the dhatus affected are rasa dhatu lymph and
plasma, meda dhatu adipose tissue and artava dhatu the female reproductive system.
Ama, entering the cells of arthavadhathu begins to affect the cellular intelligence of the cell
by dampening pitharaagni causing error in cellular function and intelligence. Mistake of
cellular intelligence is also expressed in the inhibiting of apoptosis death of defective cells.
Prevention and treatment
Ayurveda adheres in preventing PCOD in a natural way by balancing the doshas. Apart from
the miraculous panchakarma, Ayurveda suggests various herbs along with dietary and
lifestyle changes to cure this disease.
Panchakarma
It is an in-depth Ayurvedic treatment which completely cleanses the body, mind and
emotions from toxins. It rejuvenates the body by reducing weight and restores regular
menstruation cycle and ovulation. It provides strength to the reproductive organs like uterus,
ovaries, fallopian tubes and vagina and maintains hormonal balance. Panchakarma protocol
helps to high degrees in clearing many pathologies which inhibits fertility. Each person
receives a unique combination of five processes according to their specific health needs.
Various healing processes involved in Panchakarma are:
1.

Basti Enema of medicated oil or Decoction is given through rectum which helps in
expelling vitiated vata. In females oil Basti of Sahachar Tail improves quality of ovulation
within normal days.

2.

Uttarbasti :Uttara basti is the most effective treatment in gynecological disorders. It

helps in purification and clears the AartavaVahaSrotas, pacifies vitiated ApanaVayu and
improves follicular maturity. After proper completion of uttar basti it has been observed that
follicles do rupture naturally without any hormonal injections.

3.

Virechan: It eliminates body toxins like vitiated Pitta. The process of cleansing is
carried out in the small intestine & other Pitta zones. Here drugs that stimulate bowel
movement are increased for the expulsion of doshas through rectum.

4.

Vaman: It is a cleansing procedure intended mainly for the expulsion of vitiated

Kapha. This is a painless, drug induced emetic procedure. Vaman procedure purifies

internal toxins and balances hormonal system and stimulates pancreas to secrete insulin in
normal level, so PCOD decreases accordingly.
Herbs
Certain herbal medicines can regulate PCOD by balancing the hormones. They include blue
cohosh, false unicorn root, milk thistle and dandelion to regulate the sex hormones. Other
herbs taken by Indian women to help manage insulin resistance include neem, tulsi,
fenugreek and basil. Cinnamon also provides support for people with insulin resistance. Flax
seed and evening primrose oil provide Omega-3 and 6 fatty acids, which are helpful to the
cardiovascular system.
1.

Ashwagandha roots Ashwagandha is a popular herbal supplement with extensive

applications in traditional Indian and Ayurvedic medicine. Ashwagandha has been highly
prized as a treatment for impotence and infertility. Ashwagandha root is highly prescribed in
Ayurveda for the treatment of PCOD. Anexclusive blend made with ashwagandha roots and
arjun bark is prescribed for PCOD patients.

2.

Sesame seeds Boil 5 gms black sesame seeds in 100 ml water. Filter and add
organic jaggery and drink it two times a day in empty stomach. This simple remedy can be
continued till proper menses is achieved.

3.

Castor oil It is a fatty acid and has been used in Ayurveda as a treatment for
dissolving ovarian cysts. It is easily absorbed through the skin and is beneficial to the blood
and lymph vessels, uterus, bowels and fallopian tubes. A castor oil pack is placed on the
abdomen to improve circulation and promote the healing of organs under the skin. Castor oil
packs are specific to benign uterine fibroids and ovarian cysts. Do not use castor oil on
uterine growths or cancerous tumors. Pregnant women should not use a castor oil pack.

4.

Alum is an excellent medicine used in Ayurveda to stop bleeding. Crush the purified
alum and roast it in an iron vessel and make it into a powdery form. Take 1/2 gam of this
powder with 10gms crystal sugar and 50ml water two times a day till bleeding stops.
Yoga and Diet
Relaxation is the key in Polycystic Ovarian Disease. Postures designed for PCOD helps
open up the pelvic area & promote relaxation and strength to the entire reproductive organs.
You can relax in the asana by coordinating it with breathing. Pranayamas (breathing
exercises) are powerful techniques that help calm the mind. Yoga has several poses that
aids in weight loss, relieves stress and improves blood circulation to the ovary, thus naturally
curing PCOD.
The diet plan should be tailored as per individual requirement and degree of insulin
resistance. Ayurveda advices to choose low Glycemic Index (G.I) foods such as
cauliflower, tomatoes, onions, peaches, apples, and grapefruit for those suffering from
PCOD. These food items help in slowing the rise in blood sugar levels and pacify the
strength of the disease. Eating at regular intervals is advised strongly.Restriction of food is
another major aspect.
Ayurveda medication along with yoga and diet, works wonders in women with PCOD.
Practicing the same on a regular basis makes the journey called womanhood, a wonderful
experience.

Ayurvedic treatment for PCOS Female Infertility

Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)
Women have two ovaries, which are small organs inside your body where eggs (ova) mature
and are then released. This happens about once a month. The ovaries produce the
hormones oestrogen, progesterone and testosterone.. In each menstrual cycle, follicles grow
on the ovaries. Eggs develop within those follicles, one of which will reach maturity faster
than the others and be released into the fallopian tubes. This is ovulation. The remaining
follicles then degenerate.
In the case of polycystic ovaries, however, the ovaries are larger than normal, and there are
a series of undeveloped follicles that appear in clumps, somewhat like a bunch of grapes.
Symptoms of PCOS
Menstrual disorders: PCOS mostly produces oligomenorrhea (few menstrual periods) or
amenorrhea (no menstrual periods), but other types of menstrual disorders may also occur.
Infertility: This generally results directly from chronic anovulation (lack of ovulation).
High levels of masculinizing hormones: The most common signs are acne and hirsutism
(male pattern of hair growth), but it may produce frequent menstrual periods
Metabolic syndrome: This appears as a tendency towards central obesity and other
symptoms associated with insulin resistance. Serum insulin, insulin resistance and
homocysteine levels are higher in women with PCOS.
Specialized Ayurvedic Treatment
At Sparsh Ayurveda Infertility Clinic our aim is to provide best treatment to resolve polycystic
ovaries conditions with help of specialized Ayurvedic Infertility treatments of Ayurveda.
Ayurvedic diets for PCOS focus on developing healthy Aartava (Female reproductive tissueone of the dhatu). A diet for patients with PCOS include fresh food and Vegetable. Also
recommend fresh fruits such as peaches, pears, plums as well as dried fruits such as dates,
figs and raisins .It is also recommended to avoid spicy food, fermented food, Intake of butter
milk, to improve the Agni ( Digestive fire). Intake porridge prepared from Ragi extract
(nachini, Eleusine coracana). Prefer crystal sugar (Khadisakhar, Mishri) for taste instead of
normal sugar. Weight watchers can prefer sugar substitutes however crystal sugar is very
safe.
Aartava-kshaya, which can be correlated with PCOS has been described as deficiency or
loss of artava, artava dose not appears in time or is delayed, is scanty and dose not last for
three days. Pain in vagina also can be seen. According to Ayurveda, Aartava-kshaya is a
disorder involving Pitta and Kapha doshas, Medas, Ambu/Rasa, Shukra/Artava Dhatu and
Rasa, Rakta, Artava Vaha Srotas. Therefore Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrome can also be
described with same involvement of Dosha, Dhatu and Upadhatu Kapha predominance
manifests as increased weight, subfertility, hirsutium, diabetic tendencies and coldness. Pitta
predominance manifests as hair loss, acne, painful menses, clots and heart problems. Vata
predominance manifests with painful menses, scanty or less menstrual blood and severe
menstrual irregularity
The pathology is an obstruction in the pelvic cavity (Apana Kshetra) causing disorders in the
flow of Vata. This in turn leads to an accumulation of Kapha and Pitta.
The treatment principle is to clear obstruction in the pelvis, normalize metabolism and
regulate the menstrual system (Aartava Dhatu). Kapha reducing, insulin enhancing and
hormone rebalancing drugs help to the relieve symptoms of Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrome.
Ayurvedic Purification methods (Detoxification)
Ayurvedic Panchakarma treatment gives definite answer to the increasing question of
PCOS in the new era. Panchakarma therapy provides strength to the reproductive organs
like Uterus, Ovaries, Fallopian tubes, Vagina in females & Testis in the males. Panchakarma
therapy also maintains the hormonal balance.

1. Basti(Vasti): Enema of medicated oil or Decoction is given through Rectum. Vitiated Vata
can create various health problems. Basti releases obstructions in the way of Vata dosha
and thus regulates the normal phenomenon of Vata. Different types of medicated Oils,
Ghruta, milk or decoctions are used for Basti treatment. It can state miracles if administered
in a proper way with appropriate medicines.
Basti procedure eliminates the doshas from rectum. It balances the Vata Dosha. Apana
Vayu is the type of Vata Dosha, which controls on the Shukra Dhatu (Semen) in males &
Aartava (Ovum) in females. Apan Vayu controls the reproductive system. The procedure
Basti regulates Apan Vayu which improves quality of Semen & Ovum.
In females oil Basti of Sahachar Tail improves quality of ovulation within normal days. In
males the Basti procedure improves quality & quantity of Semen i.e. it improves total sperm
count and motility of Semen.
Benefits of Basti
Female Infertility = Irregular Menses, Dysmenorrhea, P.C.O.D. Fallopian Tubal Block.
Male Infertility = Erectile Dysfunction, Libido, Decreased Motility etc.
2. Uttarbasti (Vasti): Uttara basti(Vasti) is the most effective treatment in gynaecological
disorders. It helps to purification and clears the Aartava Vaha Srotas, pacifies vitiated Apana
Vayu and improve follicular maturity.
3. Virechan: It eliminates body toxins like vitiated Pitta. The process of cleansing is carried
out in the small intestine & other Pitta zones. Here drugs that stimulate bowel movement are
increased for the expulsion of doshas through rectum. It acts on hormones system like
Vaman Karma.
4. Vaman: Cleansing procedure intended mainly for the expulsion of vitiated Kapha. This is
a painless, drug induced emetic procedure, carried out mainly in the Vasant rhitu i.e. Feb.
,Mar. ,April Months.
Vaman procedure purifies internal toxins. This balances hormonal system. Vaman acts on
Thyroid gland. It also stimulates Pancreas to secret insulin in normal level, so P.C.O.D.
decreases accordingly.
Herbal medicines are very effective in regularising the hormones. Panchakarma Procedure
are effective to correct the pathology of cysts. After proper completion of panchkarma
procedure likes uttar basti(vasti) it has been observed that follicles do rupture naturally
without any hormonal injections