Difficulty in conceiving and I have irregular periods - #26356

HELLO SHIVANGI,

You are experiencing -irregular periods -weight gain -hair fall -difficulty in conceiving trying for 2 years

These symptoms are often interlinked and stem from an underlying hormonal imbalance. In modern medicine, this often points toward PCOS(polycystic ovarian syndrome)-even if not officially diagnosed.

In Ayurveda , this condition is mostly due to kapha vata imbalance, weak digestive fire and toxin accumulation

WHAT’S REALLY HAPPENING IN YOUR BODY? 1) IRREGULAR PERIODS= your ovaries are not releasing eggs regularly (called an ovulation) 2) WIGHT GAIN= sluggish metabolism and hormonal disturbance often due to high kapha and ama 3) HAIRFALL= your hormones are not nourishing your hair properly; possible increase in androgens 4) INFERTILITY= irregular ovulation + poor egg quality + uterine lining not optimal for implantation

TREATMENT GOALS -remove toxins -balance hormones by correcting doshas -regulate ovulation and menstrual cycles -improve metabolism and hep with weight loss -strengthen reproductive organs and nourish the uterus -reduce hairfall and improve vitality -suport conception naturally

#PHASE - WISE AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT PLAN

PHASE 1- detox+ foundation Duration- month 1-2 Focus- cleanse system, prepare ovaries and uterus , stabilise hormones and sugar

1) Putranjeevak + shivlingi beej churna- 1gm each with honey on empty stomach = Egg nourishment and ovarian rejuvenation

2) Ashokarista (dootpapeshwar brand) - 15ml+15ml water twice after food= hormone balance, cycle correction

3)Chandraprabha vati- 1 tab twice a day after food=antioxidant and insulin control

4) Nishaamalaki churna- 3gms at bedtime with warm water=sugar,pcod, cysts

5) Punarnava mandur- 2 tabs daily+ pomegranate juice (50ml)=blood builder

6)Arogyavardhini vati- 1 tab daily, improves estrogen clearance after lunch

Yoga(daily,30 min) -baddhakonsana- butterfly pose -paschimottanasana- forward bend -Setu bandhasana- bridge pose -viparita karani- legs up pose

Pranayam -Anulom vilom- 7 min -bhramari- 5 min -ujjayi- 5 mins

#PHASE 2- FERTILITY ACTIVATION duration - 3-4 month Focus- ovulation support+endometrial strength + blood and energy restoration

1)Phal ghrita (AVN/kottakal)- 5ml in warm milk morning empty stomach =Ovulation and egg health

2)Shatavari kalpa (zandu) - 1 tsp with warm milk at night =fertility rejuvenation

3) Ashwagandha churna - 5gm with milk at bedtime= improve endometrial lining

4) Optional if irregular periods Rajapravartini(5 days before period date) - 1 tab twice daily = hormonal support

Start ovulation tracking(Day 10-18 of your cycle) Use LH ovulation strips daily. Have intercourse every alternate day in fertile window

#PHASE 3- conception support Duration- month 5-6 Continue- Putranjeevak +shivlingi Chandraprabha vati Shatavari+ashwagandha Add dashmoolarista = 15 mL post meals to stabilise uterus after ovulation

insert a tampon soaked in warm Arjuna ghrita post intercourse- once a week during ovulation week only

#DIET- fertility and diabetes balance Must include- -2 soaked walnuts+5 soaked almonds+1 tsp flaxseed daily -cow ghee-1 tsp/day -turmeric milk at night -iron rich - cooked spinach, pomegranate, beet root, jaggery water -warm foods only- avoid raw salads/cold smoothies

#AVOID -High sugar= sweets,bakery,juices -Estrogen blockers=soy, flax in excess -Uterine irritants =cold water, pineapple, papaya -Gut disrupts = fermented food,milk+salt combo, maida

Panchakarma if feasible go for it very much effective in your case - Uttar basti therapy (if tubal block not fully clear) - ⁠virechana or basti t clear pitta and vata

#BLOOD TESTS TO TRACK (repeat every 2-3 months) AMH- track egg reserve HbA1c- sugar control TSH, prolactin, FSH, LH- hormone balance TVS follicular scan- track ovulation from day9-16

#MIND AND SPIRIT SUPPORT -chanting santaan Gopal mantra -Garbha Sanskara readings daily -Keep a fertility journal- mood, cycle ,ovulation , prayer

Final words- Yes, you can conceive naturally - if you focus on strengthening the quality of the eggs, not just quality. Ayurvedic treatment have. Deep nourishing impact, and time is critical Consistency of 4-6 months is essential Stay positive, stress free

Do follow and see 100% results Hope this might be helpful

And may you blessed with healthy pregnancy naturally and have a beautiful healthy Baby

Thank you

Dr.Maitri Acharya

Hi Shivangi Have you done any USG scan of Abdomen and pelvis ? If not please do one and also blood test of TSH, T3 AND T4, vitamin D3 too.

Meanwhile you can have 1.Varanadi kwatham tablet 2-0-2 before food 2.Kanchanara guggulu 1-0-1after food 3.Thriphala tab 2-0-2 after food 4.Ashokarishtam 15ml twice daily after food

All the above medicines will helps improve your hormonal activities and metabolism and thus to correct your menstrual cycle and to reduce body weight.

Weekly once Virechana(Purgation) with Avipathy churnam (1packet/10gm) with ½glass hot water in empty stomach followed by light diet only - this is to cleanse your body and to reduce your body weight

*You can also do Kashaya vasthi(medicated enema) from nearby Ayurvedic treatment center/14days once which is a complete body detox

PATHYA APATHYA DO’S AND DON’TS

*Do’s 3-4litres of water /day More focus on fruits and vegetables Include Sprouted grains Walking - daily 30min to 1hour Practice yoga and meditation regularly

*Don’ts Chocolates Tea /coffee Oily too salty sour sweet foods Junk foods Carbonated/soft drinks Maida and its products

Don’t worry Shivangi, Avoid excessive spicy, sour, salty foodetc. And start taking 1.Syp.M2 TONE 2tsf twice in a day. 2.shatavari choorna 1tsf B.d.with lukewarm milk. 3.Putrajivak powder 1tsf with 2 tsf of phalghrit at bed time. 4.Tab.Aloes compound 1-0-1 Follow up after 45 days.

Along with these medications include Meditation, yoga in your daily routine…

kindly consult with an ayurveda Gynecologist for permanent cure

Simple remedies

1. Take 3tsf powder prepared from Asparagous recemosus, Anethum graveolens and Saraca Ashoka 2 times day.

2. Take 20ml decoction of Asparagous recemosus and Saraca Ashoka 2 times day.

1) Ashokarishta + Dashamularishta-4 tsf after food with water 3 times

2) Shatavari choorna-2gm+ Shatapushpa Churna-2gm + Pushpadhanva Rasa-250mg + Nashtapushpantaka Rasa-250mg + Shuddha Shilajatu-250mg 30 min before eating food 2 times a day with ghee and honey

3.Phala Kalyanaka Ghrita-2 tsf - 1 hr after food 2 times aday

Yoga and Pranayama

Baddhakonasana

Sarvangasana

Shavasana

Padmasana

supported Baddhakonasana

Setubandhasana

Viparitakarini Asana

Garbhasana

Upavistha konasana

Pranayama: Anuloma-Viloma, Bhastrika.

Meditation

Diet and Lifestyle

Pathya: Mudga, shali, godhuma, tila, fruits and green vegetables.

Apathya: Abhishyandi, Guru, Viruddha Ahara, fish, curd, heavy, fried food, stress.

Have you recently got us scan and thyroid profile done?? So you are saying trying since 2 years have you consulted any gynaecologist for the same??

Dnt worry shivangi…if you have your USG TVS scans and thyroid profile test so please mention??

If not go near by pathalogy center and diagosicts and do:-UsG TVS…Thyroid profile… AMH levels…

And along with take med

Divya SANTATI SUDHA TAB=2-2 tab before meal twice daily

Divya narikanti tab Divya chandrabravha vati=2-2 tab after meal twice daily

Divya phal ghrit=1-1 tsp with milk twice daily

If you not having any issue …you are definitely been pregnant…

Do TITLIASNA/KONASANA/VAZRASNA/bhramri/ANULOM…

AVOID spicy/hot/PROCESSED FOOD…

Irregular periods and difficulties conceiving can often be linked to hormonal imbalances, which might also be affecting your weight and causing hairfall. According to Ayurveda, these symptoms may be related to a vitiation of the Vata and Kapha doshas in the body. First step towards restoring balance involves addressing your lifestyle and diet.

Dietary changes should include incorporating warm, cooked foods that are easy on the digestion. Avoid excessively cold and raw foods, as well as overly spicy or processed meals. Include foods like whole grains, lentils, leafy greens and seasonal fruits. Spices such as cumin, coriander, and fennel can be beneficial, helping to enhance digestion and balance your doshas. Make sure to drink plenty of warm water throughout the day.

Adding yoga and pranayama to daily routine can aid both in calm the mind and invigorate circulation, they also assist with weight management. Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutations) is particularly helpful for weight loss and hormonal balance. Engage in atleast 20-30 minutes of physical activity every day to keep metabolism active.

Herbs such as Ashwagandha and Shatavari are quite renowned in Ayurveda for balancing hormonal function. These can be taken as a supplement, but consult with an Ayurvedic practitioner for precise dosage. It’s vital to also check thyroid levels and other hormonal panels, as imbalances there may be contributing to your symptoms.

Stress management is crucial for balancing hormones; practices like meditation can be helpful. Lastly, ensure to get enough sleep, a lack of which can worsen the imbalances. You may need to consult an Ayurvedic doctor to customize your treatment further and address these underlying issues more effectively.

Irregular periods and difficulty in conceiving can often be related to hormonal imbalances, frequently influenced by dosha imbalances in the body which can also affect weight and hair health. In Siddha-Ayurveda, achieving harmony in these areas involves addressing underlying factors, such as poor digestive fire (Agni), which can contribute to metabolic and hormonal issues.

For weight management and better menstrual health, focus on improving Agni. Use warm, freshly prepared meals to stimulate digestion. Incorporate spices like ginger, cumin, and turmeric into your diet, as they can enhance metabolism. It’s important to establish regular meal timings and avoid cold and stale foods, which might aggravate vata dosha that often disrupts hormonal balance.

Engage in a regular, moderately-paced physical activity like brisk walking or yoga to help manage weight and support hormonal equilibrium. Specifically, yoga asanas like “Butterfly Pose” and “Bridge Pose” can boost reproductive and digestive health.

Consider herbal remedies like Ashoka (Saraca indica) and Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus), known to support female reproductive health. These can be taken in the form of powders or capsules, ideally under guidance from a qualified practitioner who can tailor them to your specific needs.

For hairfall stemming from hormonal imbalances, use hair oils like Bhringraj or coconut oil. Massaging your scalp with these oils a few times a week can nourish the hair roots and help maintain scalp health.

Since irregular periods and difficulty conceiving can stem from underlying issues, it’s crucial to consult with a healthcare provider. This will help ensure that there aren’t serious underlying conditions like PCOS or thyroid dysfunction that require medical intervention. Balancing lifestyle changes with professional guidance can significantly impact your path to conception and overall well-being.

HELLO SHIVANGI,

You are experiencing hormonal imbalance, irregular periods, weight gain, hair loss, mood swings- which can all contribute to secondary infertility(difficulty in conceiving a secondary child)

Based on your symptoms and ayurvedic principles, it seems you may be dealing with kapha-vata imbalance, possibly related to PCOS/PCOD or thyroid dysfunction

AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT FOR HORMONAL IMBALANCE AND INFERTILITY

1) DETOXIFICATION this is to clear toxins and balance doshas before fertility treatment -Virechana= best for hormonal balancing and pitta kapha cleansing -Basti= effective in regulating vata and menstrual cycle -Udvartana= helps with weight loss and hormonal balance

2) DIET AND LIFESTYLE

A) FOODS TO INCLUDE -warm, freshly cooked meals with ghee and spices like cumin, fennel, turmeric, ajwain - fresh vegetables especially bitter and leafy ones -fruits= papaya, figs, dates, pomegrante- improves fertility -whole grains= ragi, barley, millet - dairy= warm milk with saffron, ashwagandha or shatavari at night -nuts= almonds, walnuts-soaked overnight

B) FOODS TO AVOID -cold, stale, processed, fried food - excess dairy, sugar, junk food - avoid curd at night - too much caffeine and aerated drinks

c) LIFESTYLE -wake up early by 6 am - light exercise or yoga daily -avoid daytime sleep -limit screen time and mental stress

3) INTERNAL MEDICATIONS

A) FOR HORMONAL BALANCE AND MENSTRUAL REGULARITY

- RAJAPRAVARTINI VATI= 1 tab twice daily starting 5-7 days before expected period until bleeding starts = for irregular periods

-ASHOKARISHTA= 15ml with water after meals twice daily =uterine tonic

-KUMARYASAVA= 20 ml with warm water after meals twice daily =Supports uterus and hormonal balance

-CHANDRAPRABHA VATI= 1 tab twice daily with warm water after meals =metabolic and hormonal balance

B) FOR FERTILITY

-SHATAVARI KALPA- 1 tsp with warm milk in morning =female reproductive tonic

-ASHWAGANDHA CHURNA= 1 tsp with warm milk in night =stress, hormonal balance

-PHAL GHRITA= 1 tsp with warm milk in morning empty stomach =medicated ghee for fertility support

-PUTRANJEEVAK BEEJ CHURNA= 1 tsp with honey in morning =classical fertility herb

C) FOR THYROID/ PCOS- LIKE SYMTPOMS- IF PRESENT

-KANCHANAR GUGGULU= 2 tabs twice daily after meals =cyst-resolving and thyroid support

-TRIPHALA GUGGULU= 2 tabs twice daily after meals =detox and metabolism

4) YOGA AND PRANAYAM FOR HORMONAL HEALTH -suryanamaskar= regulates metabolism -baddha konasana= improves ovarian function -bhujangasana= stimulates reproductive organs - nadi sodhana pranayam= calms mind and balances hormones -Bhramari Pranayam= reduces stress , improves mood

Please do these before starting treatment -Thyroid profile -LH/FSH ratio - AMH -ovarian reserve - ultrasound pelvis -blood sugar

THANK YOU

DR. HEMANSHU MEHTA